Eventually, she forgot about her embarrassment because of her hunger.

In addition, with Bennett out of the house, Claudia was able to calm down.

She sat on the bed for a moment, contemplating something, before she went to wash her face and brush her teeth.

Claudia arrived on the first floor. The house was quiet, and the only audible activity came from distant clattering in the kitchen, where Marcia generally stayed.

She passed by the dining room and made her way to the kitchen.