Synopsis

Angelique scrubs at the carpet, attempting to eradicate the stain of blood, but it remains stubbornly visible. Naomi arrives at the Old House seeking Barnabas. Angelique informs her that he departed last night on business. Upstairs, Barnabas is found in a weakened state, his condition marked by feverish delirium. Naomi inquires about the bloodstain, and is told it was caused by wine. Naomi suggests Angelique stay with her at Collinwood, but Angelique declines her offer of hospitality. A moan ech