I step out fully this time, one gun in each hand now, my arms slightly raised, with every sense sharpening instantly.
My eyes flick from corner to corner, every shadow looks like it might move.
I close the door behind me as softly as I can, barely letting it click into place, then I start moving slowly, each step placed deliberately to avoid making noise.
I reach the staircase and pause again, crouching slightly as I glance over the railing. Thr lower floor stretches out beneath me, I tighten my grip on the guns, take a slow breath, and start descending the stairs.
One step at a time, trying my possible best to stay silent and to stay alive, trying to find Zane…Or anyone…Before whatever is out there finds me first. I move down the staircase slowly, each step placed with care, my body angled low, both guns raised just enough to react if I need to.
