Chapter 11

When I was through, I quickly zipped the box and headed for Jamie, gently picking him up so he won't wake up and start bawling.

With my box in my right hand and Jamie in the other, I made for the back door of the house that faced the other street. Seems the back door is now my savior. They have helped me to scamper off without being caught.

I opened it with a force and scanned the area for any watchful eyes as I tiptoed out. Luckily for me, the coast was clear. Clear as crystal.

I made my way out, walking as fast as I could, with my hair covering half of my face.

"Let's check the back!" I heard one of the policemen say, and fear gripped me tightly.

Just then, my distant neighbor, an older woman opened her door and gestured for me to hurry in.

I didn't think it through, I held Jaimie tight and rushed into the woman's house. The side was neat and cozy. She locked the door instantly.

"You're the wife of the congressman. I knew there was something familiar about you." The older woma