Chapter 14 - The Secret Tunnel Leading Beneath The Suburb
Marcus walked over to the custom bookshelf in the corner of the master bedroom, pressing a hidden switch behind the molding. of the wall paneling slid open smoothly, revealing a descending concrete staircase illuminated by flickering emergency lights.
“This tunnel connects every single house on this suburban block,” Marcus explained with an arrogant grin.
“That’s why neighborhood burglaries spiked over the last two years without a single sign of forced entry,” I realized aloud.
“Smart boy,” Marcus mocked, stepping backward toward the dark subterranean opening. “And now, you and Caroline are going to help me load the rest of the cash.”
“I’m not going anywhere with you,” Caroline stated firmly, stepping back toward Lily and Maya.
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Marcus’s expression hardened instantly, his hand dropping swiftly toward a concealed hunting knife tucked into his belt.
“You don't have a choice, sister,” Marcus hissed, taking a threatening step forward into the bedroom.
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