Chapter 40

“Hey, Em, have you seen Alrich?” I ask.

She looks over at me. “No, actually. When is the last time that you saw him?”

“It’s been a while.”

“Erin?”

She scoffs. “I don’t have a clue. It’s not like I keep up with his daily activities.”

I shake my head. She really hates him.

“So, do you guys think that he’s guilty?” I ask them. It makes me feel guilty because I consider him a friend but there’s so many coincidences.

“No. I don’t like him but I don’t think that he’s responsible.” Erin says, surprising me.

“Really? I figured you’d be the first to blame him.” I chuckle.

She laughs. “Me too. The fact is, that it’s too coincidental like someone is purposely putting the doubt on him.”

I think for a second. That seems like it could be true. I feel guilty again.

“Maybe I should try and find him. I’m sure this is probably causing him some distress.” I say.

“You will do no such thing!” I hear an angry voice say.

I spin around. Of course! Chris. I narrow my eyes at him. What’s his problem? He has no