Chapter 76

In what seemed like hours, Mari crept the length of the first hallway and slowly emerged into a large living area. The hallway on the other side of the room looked like it would take her to another set of bedrooms. She'd be trapped.

Not that way.

She scanned her surroundings. A door sat along the furthest interior wall. It probably led to a closet or bathroom, and there was a door leading outside.

That's where I'm going.

Mari's bare feet made no noise over the surprisingly lush carpets in the room. She moved around a large overstuffed brown leather couch, a heavy wooden straight-backed chair, a floor lamp with stained-glass shade, and a coffee table complete with a large lace doily and a silver tea set.

Tea sets seem sort of refined for criminals. Then again, I've seen drug lords with mother of pearl tooth implants.

Once to the door, Mari put her back against the wall.