The Investment

Kicking Hikaru out of the apartment so I could go to class was difficult. But they assured me they could sense when I needed them. Sounded like nonsense to me, but I tried to trust their words. After a couple days had passed, I was calmer and more prepared to carry about my usual business.

Focusing on my professors’ words was harder than ever, but I did my best. The load this year was heavy, and I couldn’t afford to fall behind regardless of what happened. Disappointing Uncle wasn’t an option.

I felt safer on campus than anywhere else these days. There was always foot traffic and campus security had several stations where you could pull an alarm if you’re in danger. They had security officers sprinkled all over campus that were likely more useful than the city cops if Hikaru was right about the pack’s connections.