- 9.1 - The Salcedo Family Reunion (The Case)

LUKE MATTHEW

“You’re leaving right now?”

AS THE DETECTIVE answered Toto’s question with a nod and ran off, I couldn’t help but feel nervous. I walked back inside the classroom with the Nerd, but I couldn’t shake this feeling off. I must do something!

“Toto,” I called after thinking for a few moments. Without waiting for his response, I continued, “Once we’re dismissed, find and follow her. Don’t let her wander the night alone. She said it was him. She can’t just expect me to settle down while she’s out there, chasing death!”

“Hey, hey, sit down!” Janden shook my arm. “What are you talking about, Luke?”

I didn’t realize I was standing and had stated all of that in a voice that echoed through the room engulfed in silence. To the relief of my chaotic thoughts, Toto gave me a thumbs-up. I made a quick apology to Miss Summerfield and, with a heavy sigh, I sat back down.

“What is going on, Luke?” Janden asked as soon as I settled in my seat.

“Nothing that needs to worry you,” I coldl