Chapter Thirty-Eight
The ducklings made their way cautiously along the carpeted upper floor until they could go no further. At the end of the passageway, they saw a sign that announced the way to the nearest fire exit.
Relieved, they pushed through the swing doors, and found themselves in a high corridor that led to their right.
Greta and Suzi led the way along the passage that stretched around a corner, out of sight. From the grumbling voices behind, they knew that some of the girls were not happy with their surroundings, but what other option did they have?
At the end of the corridor, they turned left, following the sign, and found themselves at the top of a flight of stairs.
The lighting in this part of the passage was particularly dim, so Greta and Suzi exchanged a glance for a se
