With a sudden burst of speed, Henry turned and sprinted down the hallway, his footsteps echoing off the walls. But before he could gain much ground, he felt a heavy impact from behind as one of the burglars tackled him, sending him sprawling to the floor. The weight of his pursuer pinned him down, and he struggled, but the grip on his arms was unyielding.
The first intruder caught up, his expression a mixture of annoyance and amusement as he exchanged a quick glance with his partner. They’d both seen the flashing lights, but they weren’t about to let their prize—or Henry—go without a fight.