They walked across the manicured backyard that was just as neglected as the rear gates, but were turning their heads from side to side out of wariness anyway. Alexander rested a hand on the grip of his holstered gun. Mona noticed this and touched his arm to get his attention. He flinched in surprise.
"Let's avoid using the guns,” she said in a low whisper. "We don't want to attract unnecessary attention."
With a curt nod, he dropped his hand. As he was the one who had been diligently studying the blueprints of the estate, he figured that he should probably lead the way, but Mona surprisingly knew her way around and walked in front of him. She slowly opened one of the double doors that led into the main living quarters and took a peek inside. Once clear, she stepped in and gestured for hi
