My heart was pounding as I tried to keep myself calm. "Ethan, we can't leave through the main entrance. Come. I know a back way."

Ethan nodded, squeezing my hand tightly. "Lead the way, Hailey."

We quickly turned around and headed toward the back door along a secluded corridor. I was very familiar with the hospital's layout. This path was rarely used, typically for transporting equipment and supplies. However, as we approached the back door, my heart sank. Someone was ...