Chapter 16

As I stepped out of the room, my heart was pounding against my chest, and I could feel my palms getting clammy. The fear of getting caught was overwhelming, but I had no other choice. I had to escape from this place, no matter what.

I started walking fast in the corridor towards the exit, trying to remember the way out. Every time Alex took me to meet Darius, there was a hallway going down towards the exit, and it was always the same one. I couldn't afford to make a mistake, so I was careful with each step I took. I didn't want them to find out I was running away.

Finally, I made it down the hallway, but my relief was short-lived. As I stepped out, I realized how wrong I was. It was nighttime, and all the maids were in their rooms were sleeping. I thought there would be no one to come in my way, but I could feel my heart sink as I saw them.

For the longest time, I believed I was staying at Darius' pack house, but as soon as I stepped outside and surveyed my surroundings, I realized th