JOSH

I parked at a safe distance and waited patiently for her to step out. She had waited for a few minutes in the car, probably bracing for impact before stepping out.

I followed closely, careful to stay hidden.

She shut the door gently as she entered a room upstairs. Thankfully, she just closed it but forgot to lock it, so I could hear a little of what they said.

"He doesn't have much time, why are you so heartless?" Annie said.

"Heartless? Did you say heartless? The heart is ...