Reluctantly, Jason followed, his mind racing with questions and suspicions. As they stepped away, the murmurs of the crowd grew louder, a cacophony of confusion and curiosity filling the air. Jason’s stepmother watched them go, her eyes wide with a fear that seemed to know more than it let on.
Once out of earshot, Calvin released his grip and faced Jason. “Listen, Jason, I know you’re hurting, and I know you have your suspicions, but you need to be careful with your accusations. This is bigger than you realize,” Calvin said, his voice low and serious.