That certainly added up to the signs she'd seen in F29. "That doesn't mean your death was her only intent. Weakening a victim through physical force just facilitates the transformation, when the body can no longer fight it off."

She glanced at Yukari's neck a moment before focusing back on her face. "Please." That was a rare word coming from her; it felt so unfamiliar in her mouth. "Please... let me examine the bites. I need to check your condition, so I can see if you're suffering any of the adverse effects."