### Chapter 3: The Escape Plan
Terry Snacker stood in his study, the mansion around him buzzing with the aftermath of their recent heist and the dramatic rescue. He turned off the television, knowing the news would only bring more unwanted attention. His phone buzzed with messages from his loyal team, all of them ready for whatever came next.
**"We've got to move fast,"** he said to himself, pacing the room. He couldn't afford to waste any more time. The authorities were on high alert, and every second counted.
He dialed Hannah's number first. "Hannah, it's Terry. Change of plans. I need you to meet me at the safe house. It's too dangerous to stay put."
Hannah's voice was filled with worry. "Terry, what's happening? Are you okay?"
"I'm fine. Just follow the instructions I've sent you. We can't stay here. It's not safe," he replied, trying to keep his tone calm and reassuring.
Next, he called Amanda. "Amanda, same instructions for you. Head to the safe house immediately. We need to regroup and plan our next move."
Amanda didn't hesitate. "Understood, Terry. I'll see you there."
Terry grabbed his mask and bulletproof vest, readying himself for the journey ahead. He met his loyal team—Jack, Maria, and Lucas—at the helicopter pad. They were already geared up and ready to go.
"Everyone set?" he asked, his eyes scanning their determined faces.
"Ready," Jack said, checking his weapon. Maria and Lucas nodded in agreement.
The helicopter lifted off, and they made their way to the safe house. As they flew over the city, Terry couldn't help but think about the traitorous colleagues they had rescued. They had been a liability, and now they were a burden he couldn't shake off.
When they arrived at the safe house, Hannah and Amanda were already there, waiting anxiously. Terry stepped out of the helicopter, his mask still on, and approached them.
"Hannah, Amanda, thank you for coming," he said, his voice muffled by the mask. "We need to stay here for a while. The authorities are on high alert, and we can't afford to make any mistakes."
Hannah looked relieved to see him. "Terry, we're just glad you're okay. We'll do whatever it takes to help."
Amanda nodded. "We're in this together, Terry. We won't let you down."
Terry removed his mask, revealing a serious expression. "I know. And I appreciate it. But we need to be careful. The next few days are going to be crucial. We have to stay one step ahead."
As they settled into the safe house, Terry and his team began to plan their next move. They knew the authorities wouldn't rest until they were captured, and they needed to be ready for anything.
Later that evening, they watched the news together, seeing the faces of the traitorous colleagues as they were led away in handcuffs. The reporters were in a frenzy, speculating about the masked man and his motives. The authorities were promising a full-scale manhunt.
Terry turned to his team. "We have to stay ahead of them. We'll need to move again soon, but for now, we regroup and plan. Stay vigilant."
As the night wore on, Terry couldn't shake the feeling that this was only the beginning. The game had changed, and the stakes were higher than ever. But with Hannah, Amanda, and his loyal team by his side, he was ready to face whatever came next.