Merry nodded meekly and took a seat on the bed, feeling sick to her stomach. She kept waiting for Mrs. Miller to come back but even after some time had passed, Mrs. Miller didn't return.
Her mind kept racing with various thoughts and scenarios, causing her more anxiety. However, eventually when Mrs. Miller didn't show up for a long time, Merry fell asleep out of exhaustion.
The next time Merry woke up, she was still in the guest room, where she had fallen asleep earlier. The lights were still on and she didn't know how long she had been asleep. Merry felt confused and disoriented, so she stood up and walked to the door. She tried to turn the doorknob, but it wouldn't budge. Merry began to panic, realizing she had been locked in the guest room.
