“They must have been looking for money,” the taller man says.
“Yeah, maybe,” Bob says. “But why look here?”
The shorter man glances around. “I wonder if they hit any of the other businesses.”
“There aren’t any businesses,” Bob says. “That place is abandoned.” He motions to the building we’re in. “And that place is seasonal and closed for now.” He points to the building next to his.
“Well, they know what you have in there now, so you need more security,” the tall guy says. “I know a guy.” He is holding his phone, and he steps toward the water and away from the road, where we can’t hear him.
But he returns shortly. “My guy is coming first thing in the morning. He’ll set you up with the best security. You sure everything is hidden enough?”
Bob nods. “Don’t worry. It will be fine. I have an idea who might have been here. You guys can go. Thanks.”
The two men leave, and Bob returns to the warehouse. The lights on the street flicker.
“I’ll bet he’s going to stay the night there,” Stevens says. “We should all go home and grab some sleep tonight. Axel, can you check on Savvy?”
“Sure.”
I check the time when Stevens drops me at home, and it’s not too late for my sister. I drive over and text her before I go to the door. My sister does not like surprise visits.
She opens the door before I get to it. “She’s not here,” she says.
“What? Where is she?”
“At our cabin. She said she wanted space to think. No one will look for her there.”
The lights inside Maria’s place flicker as the wind picks up.
“Is there a storm in the forecast?” I ask, checking my phone.
“Yeah, a windstorm. I got some candles and flashlights ready, just in case.”
Hopefully, it isn’t too bad at the lake. “I’m heading up there. Call me if you hear from her.”
I turn, but Maria grabs my arm. “Hey, is she really in that much danger?”
“I’m afraid so.”
“Please keep her safe.”
I nod and take off.
By the time I get to the cabin, it’s dark and windy. Very windy. The lights in the cabin are on. Hopefully, she’s still awake; otherwise, my arrival might be a bit startling. I grab my phone to text her that I’m here, but there’s no service. The lights inside flicker as a strong gust of wind blows through.
I unlock the door and enter, listening for any sound. Silence. Then another gust of wind blows through, and I hear a crack. I’m guessing a lot of tree limbs will be coming down tonight.
“Savvy?” I call out.
No response.
I walk into the bedroom. No one. Okay, did she leave?
Then the toilet flushes.
She did not.
The door swings open, and I’m hit with a strong scent of something. Is that strawberry? Then there is singing,off-key singing. Then Savvy comes into view wearing only a towel.
