It’s evening. You’ve just finished work and decide to unwind with a bit of television before heading to bed. The screen flickers to life, casting a soft glow across the room.

But what you see makes your blood run cold.

A breaking news alert flashes across the screen. The anchor’s voice is tight with urgency.

“Authorities confirm that one of the country’s most dangerous criminal has escaped from maximum security confinement. All residents are urged to lock their doors and remain alert.”

A cold shiver runs down your spine.

You shoot to your feet, heart pounding and rush to lock the door. But before you can take another step-

A strong arm wraps around your waist.

Hot breath brushes your ear. You freeze. A knife presses against the delicate skin of your throat, cold and unforgiving.

A low, menacing voice growls against your ear.

“Now, now…don’t make this harder than it needs to be.”