When I saw the comments, my eyelids twitched. I made up my mind that I wouldn't go to the thirteenth floor, even if I was dying.Enduring the pain, I half-crawled, half-stumbled to the elevator. I smashed the button like my life depended on it."Where do you think you're running to, you wretch?"Andy's furious roar echoed behind me. I swallowed nervously.Watching the numbers still climbing, I knew there wasn't enough time. I could only turn and bolt for the stairwell.I slammed the heavy door shut, twisted it tight, and sprinted downstairs.As I ran, my mind raced. This entire unit was locked down by Andy. My only chance was escaping through another unit.That meant I had to shake him off.My mind had never been clearer. I caught sight of a pile of flattened cardboard boxes stacked beside the stairs, and a plan instantly took shape.I took a deep breath. This was it!Before Andy could catch up, I ran back to the elevator and frantically mashed the open button. My eyes were l
Read more