Betty
The warehouse came into view, a hulking mass of rust. The industrial district was deserted, the type of place where screams wouldn’t be heard. I parked, and sat for a moment, attempting to calm my breathing.
The tracking device was oppressive in my shoe. The panic button dangled from my wrist.
I stepped out and walked toward the entrance of the warehouse. The door was ajar and there was darkness through it.
"Duke?" I called out. "I'm here."
No response. I kicked at the door and stepped into the room. The warehouse was massive, the hangar was filled with derelict machinery. There were only a few broken skylights through which light could be seen.
"Duke, where are you?"
Movement in the shadows. Duke emerged, Love beside him.
“Betty,” Duke said smiling that slick smile. "Right o
