Ash couldn't resist the temptation that the mysterious door presented. Even though Mako had explicitly warned her to stay away, her curiosity got the better of her. With careful steps, she redirected her path, tiptoeing back toward the door that held secrets she was determined to uncover.
Her heart raced with each silent step she took, and she reached into her pocket to retrieve Mako's ID card. In the brightly lit environs, she glanced around and noticed that no one was watching. This was her moment.
With a deft hand, Ash slid the ID card into the electronic lock. For a moment, she held her breath, fearing that the slightest noise might give her away. The lock released, and she carefully pushed the heavy door, praying it wouldn't creak.
