The Arboretum had quickly become part of her plans. There was life here, quite a lot of it - and she was certain she could draw on it. If she were to restore her connection to the dark side, it would begin here, and she could twist the life here to her will.

At least, that was her desperate hope. The irony of the emotion was not lost on her.

She came across the physician, and regarded her coldly. There was something about this one. A pain she felt she could use.

"Ah, Doctor. What a...pleasant surprise." And the brief smile that crossed her face had nothing to do with pleasantness.