She breathed a sigh of relief and walked toward the stairs.

But Theodore continued, "Why are you still wearing so many clothes? You're sweating. Take your coat off; the heating's on."

Touching her hand to her forehead, she realized he was right; she was sweating a lot. She wasn't sure if this was because she was in a panic, or because it was hot inside.

She pulled at her coat nervously.

"I'm fine," she stuttered.