The second the figure disappeared after the lightning flash every rational thought in my head told me to go downstairs and wake Drake.
Instead, I grabbed a handgun. Which probably explained a lot about my life lately.
The rain hammered against the property while I moved through the hallway quietly and cold air hit my face the moment I stepped outside.
Nobody stood near the parking area anymore. The shadows looked empty and the vehicles looked normal. Everything looked harmless but I knew better.
My pulse hammered steadily while I crossed the lot and followed the direction where the figure had vanished while water soaked through my boots and mud clung to every step.
“You are either incredibly brave or incredibly stupid.” I said.
The voice came from my left and spun instantly and
