A few days later, all of the candidates were called into the foyer for another of Nathan’s meetings. By now, Elva was fully recovered, although very angry that I would not let her leave the room.
“There’s a bad guy on the loose,” I said. “It’s too dangerous for you until that person is caught.”
Elva crossed her arms and pouted. “But you go out.”
“Because I have to. Trust me, I’d rather stay in here with you.”
That, along with a hug, seemed to pacify her for now, and I was able to leave peacefully.
Down in the foyer, I found Susie, Veronica, and Tiffany standing together and went to join them.
“How is Elva?” Susie asked. I had talked to each of them since the incident, down at breakfast and dinner, but every time Susie asked me the same question. I was glad for it, honestly. It was ni
