The Dark Society

46

 Via promenades, everyone entered Evelyn Gardens. From the outset, Karen's endless probing continued, even after she and Lyndsey's heated exchange. Upon which, Alex aspired to provide a much needed distraction.

"Taking in the sights?"

Turning, Karen smirked.

"Of course."

Suddenly, he gathered the phone as a message came through.

"Whom might that be?" she inquired, drawing near.

"As if you didn't know."

Over time, friends felt uneasy by Luis's earlier exit from campus. As a result, Alex would confer with him again later that day, amid Karen's ongoing inquisitiveness.

"What's he up to?"

"Once again, he's not coming..." he proclaimed. "Though, I guess you already noticed that."

As may be expected, Karen's look altered. Based on this, Alex truly hoped Luis found Sabrina, because he wanted the best for him, and presumed she did too. From there, attention shifted as packers rapidly removed belongings from Trina and Jasmine's apartment.

"What's going on?" Tatum demanded, closing.

From nowhere, a gentleman veered into the hallway, appearing drained.

"Have Trina and Jasmine moved?" Lyndsey requested.

As of today, the girls hadn't returned, and attempts to reach them failed. From this point of view, housemates were determined to obtain explanations.

"I'm not positive..." the worker said. "We're here to transfer items; now, if you'll excuse me."

In the wake, everyone stayed silent as university officials secured the apartment. As this took place, Alex was stunned to discover Kyle and Logan's flat also vacated. Next, everyone moved upstairs, where six well-armed magistrates and university provost awaited.

"Tatum Cotour?" an agent bellowed, clutching a manila folder.

"Yes..." she answered. "What can I do for you?"

With a wave, he acknowledged others.

"Is there a Lyndsey Graham among you?"

"That's me."

Over several minutes, deputies debated with grave expressions.

"And, whom might you be?" the detective suddenly announced.

"Alex, Alex Littleton..." he professed. "And my girlfriend, Karen Solomon."

Predictably, Dean Smith wanted to address the students, but instead remained recluse and silent.

"What's this about?" Karen questioned, sneering.

"Can we talk privately?" the officer suggested, motioning.

Subsequently, everyone agreed and followed, but as the door shut, other officers stayed outside. At which point, Tatum and Karen settled on the sofa, while Lyndsey and Alex stood.

"I'm Detective Chief Inspector Daniel Stern of the London Police Department..." he declared. "I apologize for our boldness, but we have a pressing affair to address."

"How can we help, detective?" Tatum proposed.

Anxiously, Stern bungled through a bulky envelope and readied.

"How well are you acquainted with Kyle Larson and Logan Hill?"

Shifting, Lyndsey stared.

"I know them better than anyone."