I parked the bike in a hurry and didn't even bother taking off my helmet. I jumped off my bike, immediately bolting up the doorsteps and tried to open the front door. My hand went limp and I exhaled in relief when the door didn't budge open.

It's still locked.

No one broke in.

Casey's safe.

My legs suddenly felt like jelly and I lowered myself to a crouch in front of the door before my legs could give out on me.

I lowered my head, tucking it between my arms ...