C55 CHAPTER FIFTY-FOUR

CHARLES, WHAT'S GOING ON?

Ignoring her comment, Charles took a deep breath, attempting to gather his thoughts. "Where is Lana?" he asked, his voice betraying a hint of urgency. Kathleen's eyes narrowed, suspicion taking hold. "She's not here," she replied cautiously. "She begged to go to school today, claiming she was feeling better