Wednesday 23 September,
****A week after the death of sheriff Robinson, is body is yet to be found, the situation gave the people a lot to be worried about, most especially me. I could not help myself but wonder what exactly the serial killer was doing to the corpse. I guess the image of is first victim still torments me, poor Nicholas did not deserve what happened to him. Regardless of the past tragic incident, we all had to move on one way or the other.
There is a new family in town "The Crystal's" i was informed by Melody that their arrival had cause a whole lot of buzz within the neighbourhood. It was absolutely ridiculous, the report i got affirmed that people of the town were rumbling and grumbling. I found it so strange, "why would they do so?" I wondered. Melody said she found out that the family who had just arrived in town, was that of mr hiram crystal, the town's new sheriff. I guess my petition got to the mayor. Thank God that problem is solved. It's clear this decision did not please the people, for the first time ever, the sheriff position has been taken by an capable individual.
Few hours later, It's 13:00 pm, Madison, melody and i were relaxing in the school lounge, when I received a call from the pathologist. He had called to inform me that the body of sheriff Robinson was brought to his office earlier on. I was shocked, but a little bit glad. At least, I can now confirm if truly it was deputy sheriff Oliver that killed sheriff Robinson.
"Dr. Fabian, what about the autopsy report of Nicholas Velma that I asked for?" I questioned him.
Dr. Fabian's tone completely changed. "Miss kale, I told you that information is confidential. The coroner is on the case, so I can't help you out." Dr Fabian replied.
"What!" I exclaimed. Why?, isn't there anything you could do?" I asked.
He remained adamant. "I am sorry, I can't help you out." He answered.
"Seriously doc, here I was thinking you could also get me Sheriff Robinson autopsy report." I said while feeling disappointed.
Dr. Fabian sighed, "I really wish to help you, but I can't put my job on the line. I hope you understand". He noted.
"No problem doc, but before you cut the call, I have a question to ask." I muttered.
I could hear doctor Fabian exhale once again, he said to me, "Go ahead, what is it that you will like to know?"
"It's about Sheriff Robinson, where did they find his body?, I also want to know who found him?" I asked.
Doctor Fabian replied, "I can't say who found him exactly, the coroner did not tell me. All I know is that the body was found behind the Memphisto tunnel."
I sighed, "The devil's tunnel living up to its expectation." I mumbled.
"From what I am seeing, the devil is truly working." Dr Fabian said.
I told Madison and melody all that the pathologist had said. They were terrified and also disappointed. What exactly could we do, we had hit a roadblock. All of a sudden, Madison received a text from her brother cody, he asked that she comes to frisbee shop. She tried to refuse his offer, but eventually she agreed to meet up.
By 2:00pm, she arrived at frisbee shop just to please cody. Surprisingly, he was not there when she arrived. Infact the only person who was at the diner was felicia crystal, the daughter of the town sheriff. At least that was what she told me when I called. She was so annoyed by what Cody did, but at the same time, she was very glad cause she got a one on one time with the new girl. She said it was quite pleasing not to lie. Madison said From their brief conversation, She was able to sense Felicia is just like her. Madison also said Felicia is inquisitive and determined just like us. She even joked about us having a good relationship with felicia, she thinks it would help us get on the good side of sheriff crystal. Too bad, Madison doesn't know I am acquainted with Felicia.
Some hours later, by 5:00pm, while I was heading home, I felt someone touch my shoulder, I turned back to see who it was. I was shocked to find doctor Fabian, he handed a folder to me which contained documents.
I was terrified, "Dr Fabian, What is this?" I asked.
He looked amazed by my reaction, he smiled at me, "It is the autopsy report you asked for." He replied.
"I thought you said you couldn't get it?! You told me the case was confidential." I questioned him.
"You are right about that, but also mistaken as well. I was only being careful, I could not allow the coroner find out about our agreement." He said.
"Thank you so much doctor, I promise you will not regret this." I said distinctly.
"I hope so." He whispered. "Please, do not in anyway publish this information online. Remember my job is my only means of survival, don't put it in jeopardy."
"I will do no such thing, I promise you this." I responded.
Elsewhere, Madison was worried about her brother's call in the afternoon, she was so worried, that she tried calling him several times so as to find out his reason for calling her in the first place. However, the call did not get through. she called her mom to inquire from her why Cody called her earlier on. Her mother informed her that her brother had travelled. Cody is finally going to resume at university of Asatoph. She was excited, but also disappointed by the fact she wasn't able to catch up with him.
Few hours later, That night, i would go to bed knowing that i was a step further in exposing the person responsible for killing Nicholas, cause i had the autopsy result of both Ex-sheriff Robinson and Nicholas Velma. I believe through this report, I would find evidence to prove deputy Oliver is the serial killer, I was so sure Mr Oliver made a mistake. I read the report throughout the night trying to find some kind of clue, I also sent a copy of the report to Madison, melody and kelvin to do the same.
Thursday 24th September, A day with a lot of potential, i said this cause i finally realise the kind of serial killer deputy Oliver is. He is definitely mission orientated, Which implies he had a cause. All i needed to do was find out what that cause is. At first, i was terrified after discovering this truth, In time, I learnt I had to accept the situation exactly the way it was, if I am to change it. I realised they had to be a reason why deputy Oliver killed both Nicholas and sheriff Robinson, both victims definitely had something in common. So i called Melody, to pass on this thought and also inquire from her if her brother shared with her a secret of his. Unfortunately, melody affirmed to me that her brother never revealed any secret to her.
About 30minutes later, When I was heading to school, i had this strange intuition, melody was not telling me the truth. I knew I will have to talk to her, explain my reason for asking her such question, I believe she will be honest with me. By 7:27am, i arrived at school looking gloomy, which was an improvement to my everyday mood ever since the death of Nicholas. While I was heading to my classroom, james and Madison approached me, James told me he wanted to talk, although he didn't say what he wanted to discuss with me, but I already knew. In recent days, i spent most of my time with both Madison and melody which is upsetting james. I was busy, but I couldn't let him know. It will only make him furious. So, I asked him to meet me at frisbee diner later on. That way, I would make up for the lost time. Luckily, he agreed.
Madison laughed, "James lovely wife, how are you doing?". She said.
I was not having Madison's taunt. "I am not his wife, we are only friends. Keep your carnal thought away from me Madison." I responded.
"Chill, I am just kidding, " Madison said.
"Don't use such statement to play with me, I don't like it." I replied.
Madison exhaled, "Okay love, I won't do it again." She said.
"Thank you." I muttered.
A while later, Madison informed me she is chasing a lead to find evidence against mr melvin, so as to prove he is not who he claims to be.
I was inquisitive, "What lead are you talking about?" I asked.
"There is this particular society called hobost, I was told this society is for the most influential in our town. Mr sanders apparently is one of their members." She said.
I was a bit confused, trying to find out what connection it had with our mission. "How does this help us?" I asked Madison.
"A society that has a kingpin as one of its members? The society is definitely going to be involved in illegal activities. This is what we have been waiting for. All we need to do is find a way to infiltrate the society without being recognized." She said.
"Hmmm! How exactly are we going to do that?" I asked.
"That part, I can't answer yet. All i know is that the society will be having a gala very soon, that will be our opportunity to go in undercover. They will surely be a lot of guest, that will give us an advantage. After school, I will go check the venue where the gala would be hosted." She said.
"Why?, is there any need for that?" I asked.
She stared right at me. "Yes. A wise man once told me, know your surrounding, don't walk into any place blind." She replied.
"If you say so, Just be careful out there." I mumbled.
"I will, trust me." She said.
By 8:00am, the school siren sounded, we instantly went to our classroom. The day lecture began with Mathematics, which i found depressing and repressing. Oftentimes, i have been subdued by the unexplained nature of the subject, i kind of wonder how long i could survive the rough edges. Eventually, the class came to an end. Not to lie, I was excited. Few hours later, By 11:45am, it was the start of break, Madison, melody and i gather at the same table, only this time we had another in our midst, who happens to be kelvin. While we were having our lunch i noticed someone was calling me, which bothered me alot, because I saw no one. But i soon realise the person who was calling me, was felicia crystal, the new girl in town. I was left stunned, cause i had no idea she would be enrolled in my school.
She was so excited to see me once again, so was i. She requested to join my friends and i on our table, which i undoubtedly granted. I guess my first meeting with her back in the town few years ago, had a great toll on me. I think i liked her to be my permanent friend. Thereafter, felicia was welcomed by my friends, they offered her a seat. Apparently, this charitable act of my friends caused a whole lot of controversy in school. Many people spoke rudely about my friends attitude towards the new girl. I had a reason to believe they do not appreciate the way my friends and i welcomed felicia with an open hand. You can call me old fashion, but I think they reacted that way because she was black. I also received the same reception as a woman of colour. It is sad, to see the next generation of humans exhibit such terrible character.
They were clearly racist, which is disappointing. Regardless, i have to believe they did not just become that person they revealed today. My truth is that this attribute was instilled in them by our society, which has failed in it's responsibility. Few seconds later, one of those racist student our society has been breeding, claimed that it was our relationship with melody that change our perspective. Well, I guess he didn't know I was a woman of colour. I have an ancestry home in South arias. But I could not agree less, melody does bring out the best in people. More so, my parent had made it their obligations to guide and protect my brother and i from the ills our society calls right and norms, which i so much appreciate them for.
To my surprise, that was not the end of the matter, I saw Elizabeth stand up to defend the integrity of felicia. It was right at that moment, i discovered Elizabeth wasn't all that bad, she had good in her. The only downside about her was the trust she had for her corrupt father, who intimidate the poor to make himself rich just like every other capitalist. This incident touched me deeply, I even intended to convince Madison and melody to give Elizabeth a chance. I came to a realization, in Elizabeth story, we are the bullies, who criticise her cause of the person her father is.
I said to myself, "if we had behave pleasant to her, she might not have been cruel to us in the first place." Well, now i know my mistake, and i am not afraid to apologise for it especially if It is the right thing to do. If i do not, i go against all the teachings and values my parent gave to me.
A while later, the siren sounded, as school break came to an end. My friends and I went back to our class. When I got to class, Mr Jerome our school principal was in our classroom. The student were a bit worried, what was the principal doing in our classroom? They all pondered.
"Student of scholar town high, I am sure right at this moment, you are wondering what I am doing here, I am here to look out for your best interest. I was informed by teachers of this great citadel of learning, that a mass number of students left the school early yesterday as a result of not having a club and society they are part of. I am here to inform you all that will not be tolerated. Right here, at scholar town high, club and society is important. Every student must be a member of one club, my humble self and some other administrative officers, have done our very best to ensure they are enough club for all the student of this great heritage. For example; Drama club, Rotary club, Debate and society, science club, science fiction club and even press club. In addition to that, I would like to inform you all, that the school newspaper (The blue and black) is looking for new writers and editors. If you are interested, come to my office to collect Application form. With that been said, enjoy your classes, and Good day." Principal Jerome said.
Few hours later, after school, James and I ended up at frisbee shop for our friends date. We had ordered a huge amount of burgers, it had been so long since i have done this, i am so glad james invited me. Shockingly, our fun came to an abrupt end the moment one of the customers at frisbee shop fainted. The people present at the restaurant would immediately drive the stranger to the hospital for treatment. However, before the doctor could prescribe or give the patient treatment, they needed to know the reason why the patient fainted. So the doctor conducted different test to find out the patient problem. After the conclusion of the test, it took about thirty minutes before the result was brought to the doctor, We were all inquisitive, we asked the doctor to explain to us what had happened to the patient.
The doctor sighed. "From the result, we discovered that the patient has been exposed to a harmful chemical which seems to have damage his lungs, making it hard for him to breathe." Doctor muttered.
Mr casey, one of the people who brought the young man to the hospital along with me, was worried and concerned. "What kind of chemical could do this?" Mr Casey asked.
"kyposium, one of the most harmful chemical in the world" Doctor said.
"Who could be making use of kyposium?" I wondered.
Mr casey coughs, "Question, were exactly do they get such chemical?" Mr Casey asked.
The doctor was in awe, "Sincerely speaking i do not know." Doctor said.
"Kyposium is gotten from a desolate town palmilia, there is a mythology behind it existence. It is believed that a little amount of kyposium got exposed and wiped out the palmilia entire population. From recent study conducted, it is said that the chemical does not kill instantly, it take time before the effect is seen. Many survival claim that the chemical gives one his unachievable desire. Which means, it first get its victims addicted to a point they would fail to realise the terrible effect it has on their body. From all indications, here is my theory, the patient has one way on the other taking or inhale the street drug which is going across town, 'DAWINGE'. This drug is said to have a little bit of kyposium in it which get his user addicted". I said.
"Oh my goodness!" Mr casey exclaimed. That is terrible, what exactly is the world turning into?! Doctor what exactly are we going to do know?". Mr Casey asked.
"uhhh, well, all i can say at the moment is that the victim is currently stable". Doctor Kenny said.
Some Hours later, I was on my way home, before i arrived home, i saw ben who tried flirting with me just like he does to other girls, unfortunately for him, i am not other girls. I immediately turned down his request before he even thought of asking me out, which at the moment seemed right until i found out that my thought was absolutely different from the question ben wanted to ask of me. Initially, i found out from melody that ben did the same thing to her, it seems he did not trust Madison's recent behaviour and believes there is a reason to all that she is doing, and he is determined
to find out that reason. This incident made me realise so many people are onto us, who is to say deputy sheriff oliver is not aware of our intention? it was hightime we end this menace before it bad fortune cause us alot.
By 8:00pm, while my family and i were having dinner, all of a sudden, we began to hear screams. Madison and ben were at it again, this definitely did not amaze me, not one bit. Surprisingly, both parties stopped. I was worried, what exactly happened! i began to wonder. I promised myself that I will ask Madison how she settled her argument with her cousin. 2 Hours later, By 10:00pm, while watching the news, it was revealed that the town coroner, Mr. Jones is going to be interviewed by the news regarding the corpse of the Ex- sheriff Mr Robinson, that was found yesterday behind Memphisto tunnel. The newscaster briefly talked about the horrific experience the corpse had suffered in the hands of psychotic killer, It was definitely inhumane. After which, the town coroner, Mr. Jones was introduced by Mrs. Veronica, the journalists who was to conduct an interview session regarding the recent happenings in our town. From the interview session, we were all able to see the coroner point of view, which many called Disastrous. The coroner stated that mr Robinson was just a pawn in a bigger game. That is his own angle, and I think he was right. Even i myself ask the same question he did, "who would go for a sheriff when you know the government would replace him instantly? More so, the sheriff was expected to retire later on that month. Soon after, I went to bed.
Friday 25th September, i woke up, went to have my bathe and got prepared for school. Afterwards, my mom called me to come have breakfast before i left for school. While i was going to the dinning room, a strange thought out of no where hit me. I began to wonder, "what if everything happening in this town is a plan for organised crime to takeover?" I took a close look at this theory, Mr. melvin, who is a mobster want the post of mayor, which grant him immunity and power to do and undo, the town in recent weeks has suffered a high rate of drug abuse, we also have a psychotic killer roaming the street. All this terrible happenings, are demeaning the effort of the present government administration, making the possibility of Mr sanders winning the mayoral election a reality. Let imagine this for a second, if a mobster is made the leader, the dream of organized crime will definitely be achieved. The rate of drug abuse would definitely go up by hundred percent, everyone knows illegal drug making is one of the business of a mobster and members of the underworld. Not to talk of the town serial killer who is mission orientated. Then it hit me, "what if his victim are potential threat to the underworld mobster illegal operation, and the taking over of scholar town?" If so, it best we brace ourselves for the rainstorm that is coming.
Later on, while i was on my way to school, i got a phone call from glory, she called to inform me that her school had made agreement with my school to have a friendly football match. This got me excited, cause i realise i would be able to meet my cousins. Some seconds later, i was approached by felicia, she requested to speak to me.
Felicia exhaled, "February, I want to thank you for yesterday." Felicia said.
I stared into her eyes, "There is no need for that, i only did what I felt is right." I replied.
"I understand, but still thank you. I am really grateful to know someone like you." She muttered.
I smiled, "It's alright, don't flatter me to much." I responded.
She laughed, "Okay, see you in class." She said.
"Of course." I replied.
At school, after second period, fight ensued between two of my classmates. A little disagreement made Nanette slap Tabitha, which instigated a fight between both parties. This caused a whole lot of buzz, as the entire student community entertained both girls unruly behaviour. Which i found disgusting and disheartening. If such incident could take place in a school, which is expected to be safe zone, just imagine what could happen in the outside world. I would be lying if i said i was not worried, I am afraid the town will tear itself apart.
By 11:45, it time for break, I was heading to the cafeteria, I came across James Lockwood, he was talking to one of his male pals. I asked him to see me in camera, he obliged. James father is one of the town wealthiest people, so I believe he surely had a connection to the hobost society. I could not tell James my full intention, he is not aware of what I am up to.
I took a deep breath, stared into James eyes, "James, don't mind me asking, What do you know about the hobost society?" I muttered.
"What! why are you asking?" James responded.
I was worried what james will do if he knew the truth, so i chose to lie to him. "No reason, just that my father want me to write an article regarding the society. Sadly, I know nothing about the society that I could write down." I said.
James looked dumbfounded, "I am sorry, I can't help you. I myself know absolutely nothing about the society." James noted.
I was vexed, pissed as well. I confronted james, "You can't be serious, the society is for the wealthiest people in scholar town, your father is one of them, and yet you say you know nothing about them! Do you think I am stupid?".
"Now you understand how I feel when you lie to me." James replied.
I was caught unaware, "I never lied to you." I muttered.
James scoffed, "But you are keeping things from me." He said.
I looked into James eyes, "Why will you think that way?" I asked.
James placed his hands on my shoulder, stared at me eyeball to eyeball, "Tell me what is going on between Madison, melody and yourself?" James asked.
Nothing." I answered without flinching.
"Okay, you still chose to lie, don't worry, I guess you will get an answer from me when you are ready to say the truth." James said indignantly.
I was annoyed,. "C'mon James, stop being childish." I said angrily.
James smirks, "I don't have time to argue, February I am off to the cafeteria." He noted.
I was disappointed, "Shit!" I exclaimed. "You know what James, don't worry, I will find my answer myself."
"That is none of my business February." James responded. "It is really sad that i thought you were my friend, you can't even tell me the truth."