I've listened to the screams of unwilling victims before. I've been begged to spare lives and have mercy. My only worry is Otti and how she's handling all of this.
"Now that our ritual is done, all of you, please go enjoy the other rooms!" Anthony told the crowd, who cheered in response. "I'll be joining you all shortly."
Finally, I looked up at the stage. My eyes connected with Pierce's immediately. He saw us. I'm not sure when, but I know that he knows exactly who we are. The raw fear and defeat in his eyes says it all.
"Come on, let's get you out of here," I whispered to Otti.
I released my hold on Otti and grabbed her hand. I turned around, ready to pull her through the crowd and out the door. Much to my surprise, Otti yanked her hand back. I turned around, giving her an angry look
