Daniel's heart raced as Leonard walked towards him with an urgent look on his face. Twas the following day at school and as a mild punishment for eating his chocolate while he was in the bathroom, Leonard had made him wait till the following day to tell him what he had in mind. They were standing near their lockers, their textbooks forgotten, as the gravity of Leonard's words sank in. "Daniel," Leonard began, his voice low and urgent, "we've got a big problem on our hands. It's Edgar." "Edgar? The school bully?" Daniel asked, his brow furrowing in confusion. Leonard nodded quietly, a look of pain and anger in his eyes. He couldn't believe that he was about to face Edgar in a game but a task was a task and he had to do it. "Yeah, and he's not alone. He's teamed up with his friends. They're planning to rob the Principal's office." Daniel's eyes widened in disbelief, not quite believing what he was saying. He knew it only took guts to rob and talk more of the principal's office. "A
"Do you want to beat me?" Egar barked. Daniel could see the anger in his eyes and he realized that it wasn't a good thing if he separated them. At this point, Leonard could very well beat Edgar up because he had been piling up his insults for a long time now and any minute, he would lash out on him so bad he wouldn't expect it. "I will if I can but I can't," Leonard snapped. Edgar smiled, thinking he had won but he was quite surprised when he saw Leonard walk up to him, fisting his hands like he was about to hit him. "I can't because I will not only be punished but be expelled as well so if I were you, I would watch my back and do away with any thoughts of stealing," Leonard said. He didn't shout when he said it, as a matter of fact, he said it so calmly that Daniel feared him even more now than when he shouted. "Edgar, let's go. He's crazy." one of his friends said, pulling him away. Both Daniel and Leonard could see that he wasn't ready to leave but he just had to because for
"Daniel," Leonard whispered, his voice tinged with excitement, "I think I've got an idea that could help us catch Edgar and his gang red-handed." Daniel arched an eyebrow, intrigued. "Really? What's the plan?" Leonard's lips curled into a sly grin. "You know the library, right? The one tucked away in the west wing of the school?" Daniel nodded, remembering the dimly lit room with rows upon rows of bookshelves. "Yeah, what about it?" "Well," Leonard continued, lowering his voice even further, "I've heard rumors that there's an old, dusty map hidden in the library's archives. Supposedly, it shows the entire layout of the school grounds, including all the secret entrances and passages." Daniel's eyes widened. "A map? Are you serious?" "Absolutely," Leonard affirmed. "Think about it. If we can get our hands on that map, we'll have the upper hand. We'll know exactly where Edgar and his friends might try to sneak in to steal whatever they're after in the principal's office." Daniel's
As Elsie arrived back home, she greeted Helene warmly. "Hey, Mrs. Tanner," she said with a smile, "I just need to run down the road real quick to grab something. I'll be back in no time." Helene looked at her with concern. "Sure, dear," she replied, her brow furrowing. "Just be careful out there. You never know what can happen these days." Elsie assured her that she would, and with a wave, she stepped outside and started walking down the familiar road. The sun was beginning to set, casting long shadows on the pavement. Birds chirped in the trees, and a gentle breeze rustled the leaves. Everything seemed peaceful. Just as Elsie walked on, a feeling of unease began to settle in the pit of her stomach. She couldn't shake the sensation that someone was following her. Every time she glanced over her shoulder, she saw nothing but an empty street. Still, the feeling persisted, gnawing at her nerves. "I need to be fast," she whispered. Her pace quickened, and her heart raced as she conti
In the spacious and well-furnished living room of Leonard's compound, the assembled security team stood in a disciplined formation. Each member was clad in a crisp, black uniform, exuding an air of professionalism and readiness. The compound had been swept and cleaned earlier by a cleaning service that he had contacted earlier on and they had done a very great job in ensuring that everywhere was spick and span. Leonard stood before his security team, his posture radiating authority and resolve. His gaze swept over the team, his eyes locking onto each member as he addressed them. "Team, I appreciate your dedication and commitment to ensuring the safety of this household," Leonard began, his voice steady and firm, carrying across the room with authority. "Our primary duty is to maintain a secure environment for all those who reside within these walls. You are the first line of defense against any potential threats, and I trust each and every one of you to fulfill this responsibility w
Quietly, with bated breath, Daniel and Leonard tiptoed down the dimly lit corridor towards the principal's office. Each step was a carefully measured move, their shoes barely making a sound against the polished linoleum floor. The hallway was cloaked in an eerie silence, broken only by the distant hum of the school's ventilation system. As they reached the office door, Leonard produced a small key he had somehow managed to acquire. With a deft twist, the lock yielded, and the door creaked open just a fraction. Peering inside, they saw the office bathed in the soft glow of the moonlight filtering through the window blinds. Shadows danced across the room, creating a mysterious and almost surreal atmosphere. Their eyes immediately fixed upon the peephole that had always been there, a little oddity they had often joked about in the past. But tonight, it would serve as their covert vantage point. Positioning themselves around the peephole, they took turns looking through it, their hearts
As Daniel and Leonard made their way back to their classrooms after the final bell had rung, a sense of unease lingered in the air. The corridors were mostly empty, the chatter of other students fading into the distance. Daniel's footsteps felt heavier than usual, weighed down by the looming threat that had been hanging over them. Turning to Leonard, he couldn't help but voice the concern that had been gnawing at him all afternoon. "Hey, Leonard, do you really think Edgar was just joking about what he said?" Leonard scoffed, his easygoing demeanor contrasting with Daniel's apprehension. "Come on, Danny, you know Edgar. He's all bark and no bite. He's said stuff like that before, but he's never actually done anything." Daniel nodded, trying to take Leonard's words to heart. Edgar was indeed known for his empty threats and his tendency to boast about his supposed toughness. Yet, there was something about the way he had said it this time that sent a shiver down Daniel's spine. He knew
As Leonard made his way back home from school later that day, the weight of the day's events pressed heavily on his mind. He had spent most of the afternoon replaying the scenes that had unfolded at school – the audacious bravery of Edgar, and his attempt to steal from the principal's office. Leonard couldn't believe the audacity of it all. How could Edgar think he could get away with such a reckless act? "He's so dumb," he chuckled. Lost in his thoughts, Leonard's steps became automatic as he walked down familiar streets, passing by houses and trees that had become part of his daily routine. The late afternoon sun cast long shadows, and the gentle breeze rustled the leaves, carrying a faint scent of impending rain. As he neared his own street, Leonard's thoughts were still swirling, and he was taken aback when he felt a chill run down his spine. It was as if an invisible hand had touched him, leaving a trail of unease in its wake. He shook off the feeling, attributing it to the ee