he who hesitates is toast

He doesn't see any sign of Rogers in the area; just other people having lunch, talking on phones, reading the newspaper. No one seems to be paying attention to him, much less her. She must have sneaked away on some errand and gotten clear, but she's right that they'll be noticed if they're out in the open for long.

Sitwell nods back and starts down the stairs as he disconnects the call and puts his phone away.