Chapter 34: The fine line between trust and terror
When Mikel arrived, he brought another batch of offerings for the dead, which they could enjoy during their "break." Unlike the past few days, he seemed far more energetic, clearly recharged after two nights of rest.
Arthur watched from a short distance, observing as Mikel spoke to the old ghost engineer.
"What am I thinking?" he mumbled to himself, trying to shake off the terrible thought creeping up his spine. "He wouldn't do that."
Mikel wouldn't harm the ghosts.
So why was Arthur jumping to such a malicious conclusion?
Yet, no matter how he tried to shrug off the idea, the doubt in his heart only grew. Especially when one ghost was already missing—and he hadn't seen the new hires since last night.
I should just ask, he told himself, sighing heavily as he cast another look at Mikel.
Arthur nodded to himself and marched toward him. As he closed in, he caught part of the conversation between Mikel and the old ghost engineer.
"Sure," Mikel nodded. "I'll visit it tomorrow morning, but the materials will suffice for tonight, right?"
The old ghost engineer nodded. "Tonight, yes. But if we don't get them by tomorrow, the renovation will be delayed for a day."
Conflict flickered in Mikel's eyes, but as usual, he masked it with a nod and a smile. "Got it."