[Now that he's
stashed Alex in his room and dealt with his father, J's sneaking out of the mansion to take a breather. He's creeping through it as quickly and quietly as he can, avoiding everyone he possibly can, just to get out long enough to get some fresh air. He slips down a staircase and into a hallway, but hears footsteps getting closer and closer. So he quickly slides into a little alcove nearby, praying the footsteps pass.
His communicator, on his belt, is broadcasting all of his movements, whether or not he's aware, and is currently pointing down at the hallway's floor as he tilts very slightly to see if whoever it is has passed.]