Dracula. A1 / Дракула. Брэм Стокер

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      Chapter VIII

      Lucy and I took a lovely walk and enjoyed tea by the sea. We had fun, but Lucy was tired. A young clergyman stayed for supper, and after it we went to bed. Lucy seemed better after this day.

      At night, when I woke up, Lucy was not in her bed. I searched everywhere. It was dark, but I think I saw strange figures in the churchyard. I finally found Lucy. She was asleep on a bench. Next to her, I saw someone with a pale face and red, glowing eyes. I gently woke Lucy, and we went home.

      At noon, I noticed two small marks on Lucy's throat. I asked her, but she just laughed. We sat outside in silence. I looked at the sky. “His red eyes again!” Lucy cried suddenly. I understood she was asleep.

      Lucy's health worsened. She looks pale and weak. I want to call a doctor to look at her wounds soon.

      I am glad because Lucy is feeling better. She is cheerful and full of life. Her cheeks are rosy, and she laughs a lot. Sometimes she says strange things about dead people, but I try to change the subject.

      Finally!!! A letter from Jonathan! He's in hospital, and a kind nurse, Sister Agatha, helped him write it. He says we can get married there. I can't wait to see him!

      Last night, Renfield behaviour suddenly changed. He got excited and started speaking about his Master. He says he doesn't care about his spiders. While I was asleep, Renfield escaped. I searched for him. He stood near the chapel and talked to someone. “I will be patient, Master. It is coming!” he spoke like a maniac.