Inspecting the marks
Maria leaned closer, inspecting the marks with a focused look. They were deep enough to be noticeable but not severe. She wondered if perhaps an animal had somehow found its way in. But what kind of animal would leave such marks? She shivered slightly, a feeling of unease beginning to settle over her. And rightfully so, because Maria’s observation was better than she realized at that time.
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