Benjamin from Egerton University's art department had taken his own life due to struggles with work and life.
Ella tried hard to recall the details. Benjamin had died in mid-October of this year.
"Lauren, try getting in touch with him," Ella said.
Lauren immediately dialed Benjamin's number, but the line had been disconnected.
Unable to reach Benjamin, Ella felt a deep sense of regret. Such a talented young man—it would be a tragedy if he were to take his own life. She asked Lauren for a photo of Benjamin, planning to have Eric look into finding him once he returned.
The three of them chatted for a while longer, grabbed some late-night snacks, and then finally left the drink shop.
Mia and Owen, ever-watchful, followed closely behind Ella. Nothing unusual had happened recently, but as Ella stepped onto the street, seven or eight men armed with knives suddenly burst out from the crowd.
