Chapter Eleven

Ernest's eyes burned with tears. His throat felt clogged from all the different emotions knowing Ariel could be in serious trouble.

There's a serial killer and rapist targeting black girls.

"Did you guys call the police?" Ernest's mother asked.

"We did, but they said a person has to be missing for twenty four hours.. Total bullshit!" Polly exclaimed, making Michael put his hand on Polly's shoulder.

"We'll find her, Polly. I'm sure she's okay." Polly let out another sob before hugging Michael. Michael felt nervous that Polly hugged him so suddenly, but she needed it and was willing to put his nerves aside for her.

"We gotta look for her." Ernest said.

"Ernest, no.. It's da