Louis reached for the window and tried to open it. He tugged a few times, but the window didn't budge.
"It won't open," Hannah said, frustration clear in her voice. "It's locked from the outside."
Louis took her hands in his and looked her straight in the eyes. "Don't worry," he said, squeezing her fingers gently. "We'll be fine. No matter what, I'm here for you."
Hannah gave a small nod, her brows furrowed. "Kimberly's probably looking everywhere for us right now."
"She is. I know she won't stop until she finds us." Louis gave a hopeful smile, though his eyes betrayed his concern. "We just need to hang on until she gets here."
They stood in silence, their ears straining for any sound, any clue as to what might happen next. A minute later, they heard footsteps approaching the basement door. Hannah's breath hitched as they quickly moved to the corner of the room, watching the door swing open.
