Chapter 53

Outside in the minibus, Cynthia saw the commotion through the rain as people ran from the City Hall, and into the streets. Another wail filled the night air, partially drowned through the torrent of rain, but the voices outside in the streets were enough to make everyone realize what was going on.

Joe jumped out of the minivan and ran against the hordes rushing out of the doors. He pushed and shoved his way through until he reached the receptionist who was hurriedly emptying her drawers of all personal effect.

“Where are my boys?” he near yelled at her.

She gave him a frightened look and shook her head.

“I don’t know. The mayor ordered an immediate evacuation.” She yelled back over the din of voices before grabbing her bag and making a run to the exit.

“Crap.” Joe cursed and then started calling for his sons.

“They’re not here. They went to the basement.” A security officer told him.

“Are they still there?” Joe asked him hurriedly.

“I don’t know. Mayor had the door closed, Jerry broug