A shiver ran down her spine when she realized that her beloved Reggie might have been preparing to consume her while she slept. It was hard to fathom that what she had considered bonding, was nothing more than Reggie assessing her as potential prey. The notion that she had contemplated whether the snake was watching over her at night now seemed disturbing. In truth, he had been watching and patiently waiting for his next meal.
As Cassandra left the clinic with Reggie, her mind raced with a mix of fear, disbelief, and heartache. She struggled to reconcile the snake she loved with the predator Dr. Hanson described. As she pondered the situation, she knew that she had to make a difficult decision. Was it worth risking her life to maintain the bond she shared with Reggie, or should she take the necessary precautions to protect herself?