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Marcus's Last Words

作者: Mimi
last update publish date: 2026-06-09 16:51:09

I stared at my phone. The words blurred.

I know the final secret. Meet me at the warehouse on Elm Street. Midnight. Come alone.

Luca saw my face. He asked what was wrong.

I showed him the text.

His jaw tightened. He said no. I was not going.

Eli read the text over my shoulder. He said it could be a trap.

I said I had to go. Whoever sent this knew about Marcus. About the driver. About the truth.

Luca said he would come with me.

I said the text said alone.

Eli said we could wait outside. Watch fr
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