I glanced back to see Evelyn staring wide-eyed at the window. A moment later, her expression shifted to excitement, and from her exaggerated lip movements, I guessed she was praising my agility or something similar. I flashed her an okay sign in return.
"Why is Abel's room window open?"
Jane's voice came from above, making my heart race. I immediately pressed myself flat against the house's wall and slowly moved toward the corner, where a tree would provide cover. It would block the upstairs view and help me reach the outer fence undetected.
As I crept along, I kept a close eye on the upstairs window. I saw Jane leaning out, scanning the area. Her gaze was moving dangerously close to my hiding spot.
I quickened my pace, silently praying she wouldn't notice me.
"Hi, Mrs. Stanson! What
