He was fast asleep
The TV was still on, which was good because Abby stepped on a very creaky floorboard. The sound of the floorboard echoed throughout the house, and Abby’s heart pounded in her chest.
She closed her eyes, expecting her father to turn around and see her, but instead, he let out a loud snore. Abby sighed with relief, realizing her father had fallen asleep in his chair.