Chapter 7

I found myself in an unfamiliar room, adorned with peculiar decor and devoid of any personal belongings. A surge of unease washed over me as I tried to make sense of how I had arrived in this strange place. Sitting up in the bed, I shook off the cozy blanket. Outside the door, I could hear faint voices growing louder. Compelled by curiosity, I rose from the bed and began to approach the door, when suddenly, it swung open.

"Good morning! Are you feeling hungry?" Maximus greeted me with a warm smile.

"I could use something to eat. By the way, where am I?" I asked, glancing around the room once more.

“You are currently in one of the guest bedrooms at my Packhouse. I tried to wake you up, but when you didn't respond, I brought you here to make sure you could rest. I hope that's okay with you?” He asked me.

"Oh, that's alright. I simply felt a bit disoriented when I woke up. It won't cause any problems, will it? My presence here, I mean?" I settled into the chair, gracefully sitting do