"Well, well, well, look at the little birdie that could actually sing," Jackson said as he entered the room from the balcony. His voice dripped with a mixture of amusement and malevolence, instantly catching the attention of Terri and Abby.

　　 Startled, they jumped to their feet, a momentary shock turning into concern as they realized the danger they were in. Abby instinctively stepped in front of Terri, her protective instincts taking over, while she glared defiantly at ...