A few moments later, we pulled up at the stoplight that led to the front of our old school and Mr. McGowan's store. We made a right and we all immediately tensed. Derek was careful not to go over the speed limit. As we drove by the school, there were a few jeeps and two covered trucks out front. I couldn't help but think that we sure could use those, but I quickly pushed the thought aside as we neared the Stop and Shop. Outside of the store, a crowd had gathered.

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