Chapter 42

Zara's POV
After exploring the room, I found a clean and tidy bathroom, as well as some clothes that had been provided for me. Taking a deep breath, I realized that tonight would be my chance to investigate further without being forced, without arousing suspicion.
Inside the guest room, I looked around. The room felt comfortable and calming, giving off a warm homey feel. However, my focus remained on Doctor Leo and the mystery surrounding him. Maybe there was something in this house that could help me understand who he really was.
After resting for a while, I decided to get ready and try to appear relaxed. “I’ll pretend to be relaxed,” I told myself. Tonight would be my chance to gather more information.
It was getting late when I returned to the living room and found Leo sitting on the couch, reading a book. Seeing him so calm and inviting, I felt compelled to get to know him better. Something mysterious and challenging about him piqued my curiosity.
“How are you feeling better?” he asked when he saw me emerge from the guest room.
“Yes, thank you. The guest room is very comfortable.” I tried to speak confidently. “By the way, what are you reading?”
With this question, I tried to open up the conversation and keep the atmosphere light. There were many things I wanted to ask, but I had to be careful not to draw attention to my question about who he really was.
This all felt like an interesting puzzle game, and I was determined to find the answer without getting caught up in fear or doubt that would hold me back. Tonight would be part of my search, and I was ready for anything that might happen.
“Well, about the novel. When I’m at home, I like to read something light,” Dr. Leo replied with a casual smile.
I nodded, feeling a little more at ease, even though my mind was full of questions about him. However, being exhausted from chasing me all day, I didn’t say much and finally decided to take my leave and go to bed. My day’s work had left me physically and mentally exhausted, and I needed a rest.
The night passed, and when I woke up, the atmosphere around me was calm. However, I suddenly heard Doctor Leo’s voice talking on the phone. His voice was calm, but his tone showed tension.
“I can’t tonight, Doctor Zara is at my house. Okay, I’ll make sure tomorrow,” he said.
Hearing his words, my heart pounded. Who was he talking to? Why did Leo look worried or stressed? These thoughts began to confuse and suspect. My curiosity stirred, making me wonder about their relationship and what was going on.
I tried to stay quiet and not make a sound. The tension grew, and part of me felt anxious about what could happen. Could Leo be involved in deeper things than I knew? Or was there another side to the story that I hadn’t uncovered?
I tried to analyze the situation. Some aspects of the doctor that had previously seemed simple now seemed increasingly complicated and challenging. In this thought, doubts began to haunt me—what was really happening in his life? Is he hiding something from me?
My mind was spinning as I tried to control my emotions. In my tired state, listening to this conversation had taken all my focus away. However, I knew that I had to stay alert and careful. Tonight was supposed to be a chance to rest and understand Leo better, but if something went wrong, I had to be ready for it.
Slowly, I tried to calm myself down before any decisions had to be made. Choosing to stay calm and see how this situation developed before jumping to conclusions. I waited in hopes of unraveling the mystery behind Doctor Leo and who was on the other end of the phone.
I glanced at the clock, it was now midnight. My sleep seemed to have been ruined, and I couldn't continue resting. Slowly, I walked out of the room and realized that the lights in the living room were turned off. Curiosity overcame my fear, and I slowly walked to see what was happening.
In the corner of the room, I saw a photo hanging on the wall. In the photo, Doctor Leo was standing in front of a plane. The plane had a strange design, and without being able to hold back, I exclaimed, "This plane looks like... a UFO."
Suddenly, I was surprised when Doctor Leo appeared behind me. “Why are you here?” he asked in a tone that was somewhere between surprise and concern.
At first confused, I chose to be honest, but careful. “I just saw it because I woke up,” I answered, trying to put my words together.
Doctor Leo let out a sigh of relief and then began to explain. “Those are photos taken while my sister and I were doing research. The craft is not a UFO—it is a prototype craft that we are testing for a special project.”
My curiosity grew, even though many questions were swirling around in my head. “What kind of research?” I asked, trying to convey my interest without showing suspicion.
Leo hesitated for a moment but then continued. “This project is related to alternative transportation technology. Many things are being developed, and we believe this can help society in the future,” he explained enthusiastically.
However, his explanation did not completely dispel my suspicions. “But why does it seem so secretive?” I asked, trying to uncover more about what was hidden behind all this.
Leo looked at me seriously. “There are many factors involved, and we need to keep some information under wraps for now. There are some things we don’t want to reveal about this project, especially the potential dangers.”
Hearing his explanation, I felt torn between trust and doubt. Dr. Leo seemed sincere, but there was an air of mystery surrounding the whole situation. “So, you and your sister are involved in this?” I asked again, trying to piece it all together like a puzzle.