backyard investigation
Tom decided to investigate his suspicions in the backyard. He grabbed his flashlight, its beam cutting through the early morning mist. “Where could it be?” he murmured, pushing into the thick grass. He knelt by Max’s grave, rubbing his hand over the unusually fresh soil. “Something isn’t right here,” he replied, growing increasingly perplexed. The grave appeared untouched, but his instinct told him otherwise.
Backyard Investigation
queries for the neighbors
Tom’s next step was to speak with the neighbors. Mrs. Langford, next door, was constantly in her garden. “Hi, Mrs. Langford,” he said as he approached. She grinned pleasantly. Hello, Tom! “How are you holding up?” He nodded. “I have been hearing barking at night. Did you see anything?” She tilted her head, carefully. “No, dear, I haven’t heard anything unusual.” Tom expressed his disappointment and thanked her before moving on to the next residence.
queries for the neighbors
