Chapter 42

After ten minutes of hiding in the bathroom, Felicity heard footsteps and a click followed by fast chatter on a police radio.

"Ma'am, it's the police. We've entered the premises. Remain in the bathroom until we knock."

"Okay." She pressed a hand to her stomach.

It seemed to take years before somebody knocked on the door.

"It's all clear, ma'am. It's safe to come out. I'm Officer Winston, and my partner Officer Bowen is standing beside me."

"Ma'am, the officers are at your location. It's safe to hang up," the 911 dispatcher said.

"Thank you," Felicity breathed and disconnected the call. Then she got to her feet, her knees knocking together as she unlocked the door.

Two uniformed officers stood there, frowning.

"Ms. Hart?" the older one asked. He looked to be in his midforties.

"That's me." She stepped out of the bathroom.

"Whoever was here when you arrived is long gone. We need you to file a report and list anything that's missing."

She nodded numbly.

"Do you have anyone you can call?"