Bab 104: Time to get back to business

Chapter - 104

"Master," the rabbit inquired, perching on the edge of the bed, "four days have passed. How much longer do you plan for us to remain in this place?"

Rick lay on the bed, eyes closed, possibly in slumber. The rabbit, growing impatient, pressed further, "Have you yet discerned the ailment afflicting the elderly woman?"

With a measured calmness, Rick responded without opening his eyes, "I am on the verge of it."

"How?" voiced the rabbit, a mix of curiosity and concern coloring its words. "I haven't witnessed you step through this door even once. You glanced at those papers briefly, threw them down with a grumble," it continued, its unease evident. "I want to leave, Master. This place unnerves me. I am confined to this room without even the freedom to roam."