Evelyn's POV

Just as I was about to move, the man turned back, his eyes locking onto mine. "Hey! She's here!" he shouted.

 

I bolted, rushing past him and out into the hallway. The alarm was raised, and I heard the clamor of footsteps behind me. I sprinted down the corridor, adrenaline fueling my escape. I saw a window at the end of the hall and made a desperate dash for it.

 

Throwing the window open, I climbed through and jumped, landing hard on the ground outside. Pain shot through my legs, but I pushed myself up, running towards the distant treeline. Freedom was so close.

 

But just as I...