Jim and I arrived at the abandoned building before the police did.
As soon as the car stopped, Jim parked farther away from the entrance to avoid drawing attention.
"Sir, should we wait for the police first?" he asked cautiously.
I glanced toward the dark building ahead before opening the car door.
"I can't wait."
"Sir, it's too dangerous—"
I didn't let him finish.
I was already walking toward the building.
How was I supposed to wait any longer when I had no idea what situation Alicia was in right now?
Every second that passed made the fear inside me grow worse.
What if I was already too late?
The thought alone made my chest tighten violently.
I moved quietly through the abandoned building, my footsteps echoing faintly in the darkness.
The air smelled damp and rotten.
Then, as I approached one of the rooms deeper inside, I suddenly heard voices.
"…such a waste getting rid of her."
"Yeah. She's actually pretty."
"Let's have some fun first—"
