Again, after a few rings, Evan’s cell phone went to voice mail. “He’s not picking up.” “And no one’s answering at the little office out there?” Chloe asked, her worry escalating. “The shed just has one line and it’s busy. Dilbert always fusses when we’ve talked about upgrading the place. All the workers have radios, which has worked out fine so far.” Ned knocked on the door frame. Gordon waved him inside. “Is it okay for Jimmy to be out riding on that old bike? He tore out of here like his pants were on fire. Now the wind’s getting fierce.” Fear hit Chloe harder than any wind could. “When? When did he leave, Ned?” “Better than half an hour ago. Right after he played that little joke on you.” “Joke?” Gordon asked. “He hid next to the back porch so he could jump out and surprise you.” Ned looked from Gordon to Chloe. “Didn’t you see him?” “No.” Chloe stared at Gordon. “But he probably heard us.” Trying not to panic, Chloe quickly calculated how long it would take a seven-year-old to bike to the quarry.
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