CHAPTER 10: The Curandero

‘’So, what did she say?’’ Serena asked in excitement as she escorted Alex away from the campus administrative building.

‘’Nothing much. Just the usual.’’

‘’I don’t buy it. She must have said something.’’

‘’She only warned me never to break the rules again.’’

‘’Really? Just that?’’

‘’Yeah.’’

‘’Surprising. Usually, when Dr Harper invites you to her office, that means trouble.’’

‘’Guess I got lucky,’’ Alex chuckled.

‘’I agree with her though.’’

‘’On what?’’

‘’Everything. You shouldn't go around poking your nose everywhere’’

‘’You think she’s right?”

‘’Absolutely. You couldn’t have got lost if you had stuck with us.’’

‘’Okay you win,’’ Alex said, raising his hands in surrender.

They strolled across the lawn to the library, their bags strapped to their backs. Just a few days ago, they had flown back from Mexico, without three other students, who had to stay behind to receive medical treatment.

‘’Have you seen Tyler and Ryan since our return?’’ she asked.

‘’No. Why?’’

‘’I hear they will be