It was clear to see why this location had been chosen for such dealings. Eclipsed by trees, unmarked upon any map, and with no registered blueprints, it was the perfect place in which to disappear. Alex led Conrad through the dense forest, pausing as they reached the boundary to look up at the two-storey mansion.
The white bricks stood in contrast to the dark embrace of night’s shroud, while the warm glow from the Georgian-style sash windows spilt out onto the stone staircase leading to the front door. Above, as part of the second floor, stood a large, circular balcony supported by pillars and therein lay their entrance.
Motioning for Conrad to follow, Alex crept across the open grounds, his footfalls silent upon the manicured grass lawn. The lack of security seemed suspicious, but given
