The property looked different tonight. Neither beautiful nor elegant. Not at all safe. Tonight, it felt dangerous. Every shadow seemed to come alive as I moved cautiously down the hallway, dressed entirely in black from head to toe.

The soft fabric was snug enough to keep my feet from rustling. Even my hair was hidden under a dark scarf. My breathing remained shallow as I stepped outside. All it would take was one false step or a guard spotting me. Just one mistake. I listened carefully and con