There was someone holding a cell phone flashlight - it cast enough light for Ruby Gregory to see what was happening. Approximately six or seven men were circling, staring threateningly at her and Madeleine, forming a semi-circle around them.
Behind Ruby and Madeleine, was the alley wall.
Their retreat was blocked; they were trapped like birds with clipped wings.
Upon seeing the situation, a chill crept into Ruby Gregory's heart. In contrast, Madeleine seemed oblivious, rubbing her head against Ruby's shoulder, asking in a whisper, "Ruby, why have we been walking this long and we still haven't reached our car?"
"We're almost there..." Ruby pacified Madeleine, and quickly took out her wallet from her bag. She handed it over to the men in front of her, swallowing twice before saying hoarsely, "There's quite a bit of cash in my wallet, you can have it all. There are also several credit cards. One of them, the black one, has no password and can withdraw US$686,000…"
