SLOANE

I finished packing but I stood transfixed on the spot for a second.

My hesitation was because I suddenly realized it was only evening. By this time, the guards are still positioned in almost every corner of this building. I could fall at the risk of being caught if I leave now.

If I didn’t want to sabotage my plan, I needed to wait for a few hours.

With that decided, I zipped closed the suitcase. All of the clothes were enticing but I reminded myself I couldn’t take a lot of ...