Chapter 61

Nathan watched as his brother sped away in his BMW.

“Okay, the coast is clear.” Nathan called his twin.

Ethan took out his cellphone and called the coach. “Mr. Hamachi, it’s Ethan.”

“Hey, where are you guys? We’ve been waiting just for you.” Mr. Hamachi’s high-pitched voice sounded in his ear.

“Yeah, I’m sorry, we can’t make it (cough, cough), both of us are sick.” Ethan poked his brother who laughed behind his hand.

“What a shame. We’re having a party after practice. You know it’s the last one of the year.”

Ethan faked cough again. “So sorry, Mr. Hamachi. Merry Christmas to you." he ended the call.

"Stupid, Mr. Hamachi doesn’t celebrate Christmas.” Nathan slapped his twin at the back of his head.

“Whatever, Nathan!” Ethan rubbed his head. “So, now what?”

“Now we get a Lyft. I know the address.” Nathan said. He still had some money left over from his allowance.

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Mason played the video again, taking pleasure in Christine’s discomfort. She closed her eyes, but still couldn’t escape t