Faye's eyes widened at the aide's words. "Another student?" she repeated, her voice filled with disbelief.
This wasn't supposed to happen. They'd tightened security around the academy and were putting more eyes on the students. So, how…?
"Yes, ma'am," the aide replied quickly. "The report just came in. The student hasn't been seen since morning, but we just found out now."
Without hesitation, Faye turned on her heel. "Show me."
The staff member nodded, already hurrying down the hall. Faye followed after him, her long robes brushing the floor.
Noah and Arlo exchanged glances, the same thought passing between them. This was the Puppeteer. They'd decided to abduct another student while making sure they were busy fighting other corpses.
Or rather, making sure Arlo was busy. That way, Arlo wouldn't be able to trace the abducted student in real time. It was rather clever.
They immediately followed close behind, ignoring Faye's earlier warning.
