He gestured to the others, and all three burglars took off down the hall toward Henry. Adrenaline surged through him as he bolted, his footsteps echoing down the hall. Ducking around a corner, he headed for the stairwell that led to the upper floors, hoping to use the maze-like layout of the building to his advantage.
He knew the hallways and side rooms like the back of his hand—if he could keep his distance, he’d be able to evade them until help arrived. Behind him, he heard hurried footsteps and low, angry voices as the burglars pursued him.