Lauren blinked in astonishment. You know Mr. Roades?

Cassandra didnt answer. Her jaw tensed, the faint grind of her teeth audible as she fired off a command to her friend. Get back in the car. Dont let him see you. Ill handle this.

Lauren, faced with the storm brewing in Cassandras expression, stammered a few protestsWaithey!but it was no good. Her friend was already storming off.

At that very moment, Mr. Roades ended his phone call and turned to glance ...