Adrian's movements were as furtive as a thief's, a mix of nervous tension and adrenaline.
His mind was completely consumed by what was happening inside, so much so that he didn't notice his surroundings or see Anna coming upstairs.
Anna, spotting Adrian creeping around like a shadow, called out, "Adrian."
Just as Adrian was about to push the door open, Anna's voice made him jump out of his skin.
"What are you doing!" Adrian snapped, his voice dripping with irritation.
Anna looked at him, puzzled. "What's going on with you? Why are you here? I've been looking everywhere for you."
Their voices carried into the room, where Stella could hear every word. She could tell Adrian's voice was right at the door—he'd been outside all along.
This sent Stella's already frayed nerves into overdriv
