Janet and Laney hid in a convenience store near the neighborhood. Janet popped her head out to sneak a look at what was going on outside. The gate was completely blocked. Not even a fly would be able to sneak past without getting caught.
"I think I underestimated the Internet. I had no idea those brainless fans would find your address so soon." Laney frowned. She wished they could force their way in. She was skilled at combat, and she knew she could defeat all of them in minutes.
Janet bit her lower lip in frustration. Just as she was about to say something, however, her phone buzzed in her bag. The worry on her face melted away when she saw the caller ID. "Ethan," she said, with relief in her voice.
"I noticed you downstairs. Take the path behind the store. I've told the security guards to open another door for you." From where he was upstairs, Ethan parted the curtain and watched what was going on downstairs.
Janet did as he suggested and headed towards the back of the store. Thankfully there was no one there. Dragging Laney behind her, she rushed through the back gate quickly.
"You shouldn't take the elevator since you might bump into someone. The stairs are safer," Ethan reminded her over the phone.
With an obedient nod, Janet started climbing the stairs. She dropped Laney off on her floor and continued on her way up. By the time she reached the 22nd floor, she was out of breath.
She headed to her apartment and the door opened from the inside before she could knock. Ethan glanced around behind her to make sure she wasn't followed before dragging her in.
"What on earth happened to you?" A frown scrunched up Ethan's face as he looked at the messy state her clothes were in.
"I accidentally bumped into someone and their eggs went all over me. Why didn't you go to work today?" Janet gave a tired smile.
"Today is Sunday. Did you forget?" Ethan said, looking down at her.
Janet did forget. Her mind was still disorganized after dealing with those brainless fans outside.
"Right. Anyway, I need to take a shower." She was stinking.
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