SHADOW

Target acquired.

“You’re dead.” One breath out.

“No. You are.”

I froze. My breathing stuck in my lungs. My heart thundered.

“Step away from your weapon. Don’t try to be a hero, bitch. One wrong move, I will not hesitate to kill you.”

“How can I move away without moving?” I didn’t have to look. I knew he had a gun pointing at my head.

“Don’t be a smartass. Move slowly.”

“Okay.” I drew a deep breath, dragged myself away slowly from my weapon, and then ...