The engines were getting louder and louder.
You could feel the noise getting closer and closer.
Dust was flying everywhere behind the Moretti and DeLuca vehicles as they sped toward the vineyard from directions.
Leo looked at Bella. Said "We do not have time for this."
Bella glanced at the trapdoor. Said "Then do not think about it."
Together they pulled the trapdoor open.
A rush of air came out from the darkness below.
Without saying another word they climbed down and pulled the trapdoor shut as the first SUV came to a stop above them.
It was really dark around them.
Bella switched on the flashlight on her phone and a narrow stone staircase disappeared into the earth.
The walls were lined with bricks that were worn smooth by time.
Leo looked up.
Said "They did not see us."
