Nolan led Alexa through the darkened mansion towards the poolside. The only sound came from their feet hitting the tiles.

"Are you sure this is a good idea, Nolan?" Alexa asked hesitantly.

"I'm sure," he replied with a grin. "Trust me."

As they approached the pool, Nolan pulled out a bottle of whiskey and two glasses from his jacket pocket.

"Here, have a drink," he offered, pouring the amber liquid into each glass.

Alexa took the glass, feeling the coolness of the glass against her hand. She brought the glass to her lips and took a sip. The warmth of the whiskey seeped through her throat, spreading throughout her body....