I ducked breathlessly around the corner into the alleyway. Had they seen me? Surely not. I hadn’t seen anyone behind me for the last block, but still I couldn’t be sure. They had people everywhere. People who were far better at this cloak and dagger stuff than I was. I waited anxiously for five minutes. When no one appeared in the alleyway entrance, I decided to risk leaving. It was getting late and I was sure my roommate was starting to wonder where I was. I had only taken a few steps out of the safety of the shadows when a hand grasped my shoulder. I felt a chill run down my spine.
“Ms James? I believe you have something that belongs to us.” (to be continued)
Our Faith, Hope, & Joy 