Nicholas stood up, holding his basket in his hand. “I’ll be in my room,” he said before leaving.“Okay..be good,” Nathan said.“I don’t know why I’m still asking, it’s probably because of the situation we’re in currently. Is it wrong that I’m eating now?” Cayden asked, still confused.“You can man, go on with your food. I will eat mine once I’m done having a quick chat with Rose.” Nathan said.“Alright, I should leave you both to yourselves then,” Cayden said, standing.“Not necessarily though,” Nathan said.“You should Cayden, thanks a lot for your thoughtfulness.” Rose chimed in, smiling at Cayden and then, turning to Nathan with a mean stare.“I’ll be in any of the numerous rooms,” Cayden said as he left.“Um..about yesterday. I want to clear the air that nothing is happening between me and Kaylee. I mean, you’re free to think otherwise, but the truth is nothing is actually happening.” Nathan said, breaking the awkward silence. “And if you’re still angry about it, I’m sorry.”Rose

“I don’t know, doesn’t look like anything is wrong with her to me.” Nathan said. He locked the car with the key.“Really?” Letha arched her left eyebrow.“Can we just change the topic?” Nathan asked, apparently irritated. Why wasn’t she minding her business?“That was quite mean but it’s alright,” Letha said. “And about changing the topic, I have something in mind. One I think we should discuss or should have discussed earlier.”“Which is?” Nathan asked, curiosity soaring inside of him.What could it be?“You and Rose.” Letha said, abruptly. She leaned her back to the car and folded her arms. Nathan stood in front of her.“What is it with Rose and I?” Natnan asked, confusedly.“Your new found relationship.” Letha said.“Alright. I haven’t gotten your point yet.” Nathan said.“How long has it been?” Letha asked.“I don’t know why you’re asking this question but it’s .. about a week or more now. Precisely, a day before Velma’s burial. God bless her soul.” Nathan said.“Amen. But you did

Rose nodded in agreement, and the two of them left the room and headed back upstairs. A sense of determination washed over him as he walked down the stairs.Nathan and Rose were in a parlor in the mansion, a big beautifully decorated space with walls painted a soft shade of lavender and adorned with colorful paintings and posters of her favorite bands. It seemed to be her and her Dad’s main apartment. They had been chatting for a while, and Nathan was getting ready to leave."Well, I should probably get going," Nathan said, standing up from the comfortable armchair he had been seated in. "Thanks for showing me your private space, Rose. I feel like I know so much about you already.""You're welcome,," Rose replied, smiling. "It's always good to see you."“Same here, only that it’s annoying when it’s too urgent. But I must say, today’s call was somewhat worth it.”Just as Nathan was about to make his way to the door, Mr. Swack walked in, his eyes crinkling in a friendly smile. "Good eve

Nathan and Cayden sprinted towards the emergency door where Letha said she saw the suspect run out of.They ran down the alleyway, their footsteps pounding against the concrete. Nathan had the stalker in sight, his figure darting through the shadows as he tried to escape. Their mark was the blue hoodie he was putting on."We're not letting him get away," Nathan called out to Cayden, his voice tense with determination."I'm right behind you," Cayden replied, his breathing coming in short gasps.He didn’t seem very fast to Nathan. He was only way ahead of them.The chase led them through a maze of narrow alleys, their movements quick and sure as they worked to keep the stalker in sight. Finally, the alleyway opened up into a crowded street filled with people. The stalker disappeared into the throng, and Nathan and Cayden came to a stop, scanning the area for any sign of him."Where did he go?" Nathan asked, frustration evident in his voice.Nathan shook his head, his eyes still scanning

He maneuvered his way through the cars and finally he had the post office in sight.They arrived at the post office in a hurry. Nathan quickly parked the car at a safe distance from the post office and the three of them quickly got out."Okay guys, let's make this quick and discreet," Nathan said as they approached the post office. "We don't want to startle the stalker and make him run.""Right, we need to be careful," Cayden added. "We want to apprehend him diplomatically plus I don’t have the strength to chase anyone."“That’s him,” Nicholas said, pointing at someone matching the stalker's description standing at the counter. “She’s doing just as you said, delaying him.”“Oops,” Cayden said, as he saw the stalker turning around. “Now he’s leaving.”Nathan, Cayden, and Nicholas approached him and quickly moved in to position themselves around the stalker, making sure that he wouldn't be able to make a run for it."Excuse me sir," Nathan said, making the move, trying to sound as casua