She could not explain it really. Her life was in jeopardy, but she could not find a way to save herself. The thick carpeted stairs seemed to go on forever, but Elizabeth did not try to get away.
When they reached the top of the stairs, she held her eyes on the never-ending carpet, while Ryan waited for Harland to lead the way. As they rounded a hallway, Elizabeth saw a man sitting in a chair outside a large open door. He looked familiar to her. After a few seconds, she remembered seeing him with Andrew at the charity benefit.
“No,” Elizabeth blurted out without thinking. “You can’t do this!” Pulling hard against Ryan’s hand, he turned to face her. “Please Ryan, let me go.” Her feet dug into the carpet and she held her wrist with her opposite hand.
“Don’t make a scene.” Ryan warned her
