Chapter 54 Revealing The Past

• Samantha's POV
• My shock of terror came from the footfall echoing down the little passageway. The person approaching was not trying to keep silent. The cacophony was purposefully almost taunting. My mind running with possibilities, I held the ancient leather diary to my chest.
• Alex moved in front of me, his body stiff and his eyes looking about the dark room for a hiding place or exit. His voice almost audible, he said, "Get ready to move." We bolt if they get too close.