Martha felt a mix of relief and alarm at the revelation. "So, it’s not some exotic creature, but it's still scary," she said. George nodded, his expression serious. "We need to be cautious. These rats can cause significant damage and spread disease," he warned. Martha took a deep breath, trying to steady her nerves. "What do we do now?" she asked, looking at George and the team for answers. "We handle it carefully," George replied.