- 14.1 - The Mystery of the Nightshade Inn (Part One)

LUKE MATTHEW

I’VE NEVER SEEN the Nerd holding such a look. It’s as if he was sending poisoned darts toward the innocent young model of a clothing brand—all because Cara was blushing at his presence.

Suddenly, eating the pizza in my hand was full of tension. The air around the three was obviously affecting us, except for the Detective who seemed to be enjoying the drama.

“Ah, h-hello?” The young lady named Angelica raised her hand slightly. “D-Don’t you guys feel t-the tension? I-It’s uncomfortable…”

But then, Hibara chimed with a smile, “Cara!”

“Y-Yes!?” Cara jolted.

“I’d like you to meet Jan Clark Rios, the leader of my Student Network here in CSD.” Then, she looked at the young lad. “Jan, this is Lt. Col. Cara Mendez, the leader of my Student Network in AMU.”

“Lieutenant Colonel?” Jan’s face showed amazement. “You’re a CAT Officer? That’s cool!”

“T-Thank you! You’re quite well-known, so that’s cool too!” Cara shyly smiled; her ears still red.

Toto clenched his fists under t