The early morning sun filtered through the tall windows of the bustling city, casting long shadows on the damp pavement. The man stepped out of his modest apartment, straightening his tie, the cool air brushing against his face. He was tall, with sharp features softened only by the thick mustache that nearly covered his mouth. His full head of dark hair, neatly combed, gave him an air of calculated precision. Behind wire-rimmed glasses, his eyes were sharp, always observing, always searching.
He moved with purpose, each step measured, a man accustomed to chasing down truths that others overlooked.
The large screen outside a nearby café caught his attention. The news anchor’s voice was calm, but the words hung in the air with quiet urgency: “Yet another student reported missing, authoriti
