She had already not eaten lunch, and now, she even forgot to have dinner. Deep into the night, a sharp pain in her stomach struck. She hunched over, leaning against the table, sweat beading on her forehead.

Turning off the equipment, she made her way out.

Upon opening the lab door, she was startled to see a man waiting outside.

Clutching her stomach, she hunched over slightly, torn between excitement and the urge to flee.

Looking down, she asked softly, “Why are you here?"