26.A Rainy Encounter
Seated in the passenger seat, he tried to appear relaxed while ensuring the mysterious creature remained calm and safe in the package he held tightly against him. The warm atmosphere of the car sharply contrasted with the cold storm outside. The kindness of this woman, who had taken the risk of stopping for a stranger in the middle of a storm, deeply impressed Addison. He felt both grateful for her gesture and slightly guilty for not revealing the true nature of his situation.