Fear in Their Eyes
They all lingered in the unkempt room. Darius inquired about Kayla and Tommy’s world, discovering more. Sammy, he found out, struggled with a tummy issue. This led to twice the average amount of diapers for an infant his age. Thus Tommy’s constant need for diapers. The school was absent for Tommy and too pricey for Kayla to cover books, transportation, and clothes.
Yet, Darius kept questioning. Their responses were always vague, hinting at a concealed truth. He didn’t grasp the magnitude of their silent secret.
Something Was Wrong
Darius handed Kayla his card. He told her she could get in touch if help were needed. He stated the need for a social worker to get Tommy back to school. The idea of more authority involvement made Kayla visibly nervous. Darius understood that many harboured distrust for authorities, but this situation felt off.
That night, thoughts of Kayla and Tommy kept him awake. He sensed they hid a dangerous secret. Their scared, ghostly faces haunted his dreams. He decided to visit them again the next day.
