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Chapter fourteen: The basement

Author: Blessingurielle
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Betty slowly opened her eyes, wincing as a sharp pain shot through her head. She tried to sit up, but a wave of dizziness washed over her, forcing her to lie back down.

As she looked around, she realized she was in her room in the mansion. She had no idea how she had gotten there. Her head was bandaged, and she could feel a throbbing pain pulsating through her skull. She tried to stand up again, but her legs felt like jelly. She stumbled and fell back onto the bed. She was still feeling weak, and her body ached all over. She touched the bandage on her head, trying to put together what had happened.

Her vision blurring slightly. She stood up gently, taking a step forward, and then another, her movements slow and deliberate.

As Betty took another step forward, her legs felt wobbly beneath her. She was so focused on staying upright that she didn't notice the maid standing next to her door. But just as she was about to trip, a gentle hand caught her elbow, steadying her.

“Are you alri
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