When he offered her time to think, a weight seemed to lift from her shoulders. She could take things slow, get to know him better without the pressure of making a decision right away. The truth was, she didn't want this feeling to go away; she wanted to be with him, but she needed to be sure.

"Thank you," she whispered, looking up at him with wide eyes. "For everything."

Her stomach growled loudly, reminding her that she hadn't eaten in days. She blushed, embarrassed by the sound but grateful for the distraction from her conflicting emotions. "I should eat something," she mumbled, suddenly feeling self-conscious again.

He smiled gently and led her into the house, through a grand hallway lit with candles and lined with paintings of spiders in various poses.

I have the ability to control my transformations at will, but there is also a limit to how long I can maintain each form. As an Arachne, I can remain in human form for about a day before needing to return to my spider body to replenish my energy. In my spider form, I can last for several days without issue. It's important for me to strike a balance between the two forms to stay healthy and strong.

Yes, I can transform back into my spider form if I need to rest. It's important for me to maintain balance between the two forms. Would you like me to change now?