Simon appeared at the doorway behind Tori and Derek. He waved to me and mouthed Not a bad idea. I snuck around them and zipped out the door to where Simon waited. Then I glanced back at Tori. he said. He led me into the next room. Derek called. Simon took my elbow and steered me at a jog through the house as Derek's footsteps pounded behind us.
In the scene, Simon makes an appearance just as Tori and Derek are busy with something. He acknowledges the narrator with a wave and a silent message that suggests they should act on a plan. Seizing the moment, the narrator decides to slip away from the others and meet Simon at the door. This implies a sense of secrecy and urgency as they engage in a quick escape.
As Simon guides the narrator into the adjacent room, they can hear Derek's footsteps closing in, providing a sense of tension and impending chase. Simon assists by taking hold of the narrator's elbow, indicating their need to move quickly through the house to avoid being caught. This moment highlights the collaboration and trust between the characters as they navigate a potentially dangerous situation together.