following dad secretly
With this new glimmer of hope, Tom determined that the best way to locate additional answers was to follow his father. He knew it wouldn’t be easy, but he remained resolute. “I have to do this,” he said quietly to himself. The following day, he waited for his father to leave the house. Keeping a safe distance, he followed his father through the neighborhood, wanting to learn more about Max.

Following Dad Secretly
mark’s old friend
Tom observed Mark go to a residence he didn’t recognize. An old friend, perhaps? He crouched behind a bush, trying to see and hear. Mark knocked on the door, and an older guy responded with a welcoming smile. Tom’s heart raced. “What are they talking about?” he asked. Tom moved closer, trying to eavesdrop on their talk and learn more about Max.

Mark’s Old Friend