The elevator opened to a staff hallway. It smelled of vinegar and bleach. I ran, following the fire exit signs. I found a door, and came out into an alley.
I moved toward the street. I saw Ramone and Lalli crossing. He had his gun in one hand, and held the bin over his head with the other. Lalli looked up at the Descartes. Her shoe broke on the wet pavem…
