*Arielle* As the silhouette stands shrouded in darkness, I reach a steely resolve. It is me or them. Tonight is the night. No more weakness. “That was completely unnecessary. The other doorway was already open.” I jerk my head to the open doorway with more confidence than I felt. Unfortunately for me, I can’t see the face of the visitors nor their weapons. Unfortunately for them, that means they can’t see me or mine either. I watch as the stranger walks over the door and firmly plants her feet on actual floor. “Sandy Dear. If you would be so kind to provide us some light.” Sandy? s**t!!! The diner. Sandy turns on the battery-operated flood light as she stands in the open doorway. Her eyes sparkle with grim delight. She wal

