Chapter 42: Ethan
Unless supernatural events occur, there was no need for Miles to get involved. He could carry on with his job as a security guard.
After several laps around the mall with Master Catch, it was apparent to Mr. Calm that something was amiss. He didn’t even have to voice his concerns before Master Catch voiced his observation. “Mr. Calm, there does seem to be an issue with your mall. I sensed something unsettling the moment I left the car.”
A slightly perturbed Mr. Calm asked, “What precisely is the issue with my mall, Master Catch? Can it be resolved?”
Master Catch chuckled, “It’s somewhat complicated, but you’re in luck for having invited me. Others may lack the necessary skills to handle it. You seem to be blessed, I must admit. Yes, I can sort out your mall’s problems. However, I have two approaches – a temporary and a comprehensive fix. I wonder which one you’d prefer, Mr. Calm?”
Perplexed, Mr. Calm asked, “What’s the difference between them?”
Master Catch explained, “The temporary fix is straightforward. I will intervene, then everything here will naturally normalize, effectively stopping the incidents. But I can’t guarantee that similar situations won’t reoccur in the future.”
“And the comprehensive solution?” probed Mr. Calm.
Master Catch elaborated, “The comprehensive solution entails shutting down and relocating the mall. This place has some negative energy; similar occurrences might happen in the future.”
He continued, “Reflect on it, Mr. Calm. Weren’t there no more disappearances after you closed the mall?”