In a frenzy of desperation, Daisy found herself climbing the grand staircase. Anywhere would do; she simply needed to get away. She clung to the hopeful thought of finding an open door leading to a balcony or a window upstairs. But when she arrived at the top of the staircase, the chilling sight of a pair of glowing red eyes in the darkness caused a scream to rip through her throat, echoing down the corridor.
Instinct propelled her to spin on her heels and sprint in the opposite direction. She found another staircase leading downward, and, though she felt like she was running in circles, the diversion might just be what she needed.