Terror in his eyes

The irresistible urge to respond overwhelmed Janice, forcing her to think twice before answering. Although it would be her first encounter with Spike's associates, leaving the safety of her apartment seemed more treacherous than she had imagined, especially in Luke's absence. Desperately, she searched for a nearby wall socket to charge her phone. Unfortunately, the only one she found appeared to be infected by some sort of virus. Her mind raced, wondering what to do next, as the phone continued ringing relentlessly. With no other options left, reluctantly, she answered.

"Hello?"

"Hello, Spike!"

"Yes, it's me... Spike! I'm Spike."

"Bro, I really need to talk to you. It's not about business or anything like that, it's about your life. Please, I really need to see you—"

Suddenly, Luke walked in with Mr. Ivan, their entrance seeming almost planned.