Chapter 3: Hunger for Escapade

Chapter 3- Hunger for Escapade

The next morning, Zea, Fen, and Keely squeezed their way through the congested cafeteria. The scent of mac and cheese filled the air. Some students were laughing at the corner, others were chatting with their buddies. The line to the food court was endless, some were even getting impatient of the slow service. They found their friends in a table nearby.

“Hey guys.” Keely greeted. “We finally found you.”

“We’ve reserved you seats.” Cleo offered.

“Thanks. The canteen is always full of people. We barely survived!” Fenella cracked a joke.

“Pass me the tacquitos.” Zea requested as soon as she sat down.

“Hey Zea, what happened to your arm?” Fenella noticed.

“Some crazy cat in your street did it.” Darcie said and shoved a mouthful of corn chips in her mouth.

“Mort’s present.” Keely said as a matter-of-factly.

Zea fingered the small cut. “It’s nothing really. I’m okay.”

“I’m bored. And school is not helping either. “ Darcie said out of blue.

“How about a movie marathon at Fen’s place after class?” Scarlet suggested.

“We always do that. And I’m tired of movies. Let’s do something extraordinary!” Zea proposed.

“I don’t like the sound of that.” Keely doubted.

“I know!” Darcie suddenly flicked her fingers. “Let’s go for an adventure…”

“At the Mort mansion!” Zea continued.

“Whaat?” Keely and Scarlet cried in chorus.

“Guys, keep it down.” Cleo told her friends.

“Nah-uh. I’m not going.” Scarlet shook her head in disagreement.

“I’ll double that.” Keely seconded.

“C’mon you guys. It would be fun. Consider it as a memorable experience!” Fenella protested.

“Yeah, it would not be the same if the whole gang is not complete.” Cleo pleaded.

“It’s okay. These weaklings are not going with us. They’re afraid of ghosts.” Zea smirked.

“Yeah, they’re scared. Don’t worry, they are going to miss a day full of excitement.” Darcie teased.

“We are not weak. We are not cowards if that’s what you think.” Keely encountered.

“And ghosts do exist.” Scarlet opposed.

“Well, prove it. Go with us inside the haunted house.” Zea challenged.

Keely heaved a deep sigh and nodded.

“Okay. Bring it on.” Scarlet declared.