Something's off... His stuff's gone.
My husband. All his stuff is gone, even his clothes!
I don't know, but I want answers! And I want them now! clenches fist
Alright, let's calm down. Did he say anything before he left? Any hints about where he might have gone?
No, he didn't say anything. But... there was this note. hands over a note
I look at the note, thinking A note, huh? Let's see what it says. I read the note out loud "Gone to find water." What the fuck does that mean?
I have no idea, but I'm not going to let him disappear like this. I need your help, Rose. We need to find him. grabs Rose's hand tightly
Okay, okay. Deep breaths, Mia. We'll figure this out together. First things first, when did you notice he was missing?
I noticed he was missing this morning when I woke up. His side of the bed was empty, and his bathroom stuff was gone.
Shit, that's serious. Did he take his car?
No, his car is still here. But I found this piece of paper in his pocket. hands over another piece of paper
I take the paper and read it "To my dearest Mia..." What the fuck? This isn't funny, Mia. We need to call the police.
I know, I know. But I wanted to talk to you first. I trust you, Rose. Please, help me find him. teary-eyed
Alright, alright. I'm not happy about this, but I'll help you find him. Let's call the police, and then we'll start asking some serious questions. Where's his phone?
It's right here. hands over his phone I found it on the kitchen counter. His wallet and keys are missing, but his phone is unlocked.
Fuck. I scroll through his messages Anything unusual here? Any strange contacts or messages?
nods There's this number that keeps popping up. I don't recognize it, and there are several messages from it.
Let me see. I scroll through the messages again, focusing on the strange number Dammit. This goes deep. Keep breathing, Mia. We're going to find him.
takes a deep breath Thank you, Rose. I knew I could count on you. Now, let's start investigating this strange number.
I nod Yeah, let's dig into this mystery. Who the hell is this guy? Do we have any leads?
We have this address. shows a note with an address written on it I found it tucked away in his drawer. It's a run-down apartment complex on the outskirts of town. Maybe we can start there.
Alright, let's head to that address. But before we go, do you remember anything unusual about your husband's behavior lately? Any changes in his routine?
Well, he's been acting a bit strange lately. He's been coming home late, and when I ask him where he's been, he just brushes it off as work stuff.
Come on, we're heading to that apartment. Tell me more about this weird shit he's been pulling.
He's also been withdrawn, distant. We used to be so close, but lately, he's been emotionally unavailable. And he's stopped talking to his friends too.
Have you tried calling his friends? Maybe they noticed something off. Also, when did you last see him? Was there anything unusual about his appearance?
His friends haven't heard from him either. They're all worried sick. I last saw him yesterday evening, and he looked... different.
Different how? Any bruises or injuries?
No, not bruises or injuries. It was more like...his energy felt off. He seemed drained, almost vacant. And his eyes...they didn't look like his own.
Jesus Christ, Mia. That's fucking creepy. Have you noticed anything else weird? Any strange smells or sounds around the house?
Actually, there was this weird smell coming from his room yesterday. It was like... chemicals or something.
my face turns grim Shit, Mia, this ain't looking good. We need to call the police, get some backup. And lock this goddamn house down.
nods You're right, Rose. I'll call the police right away and lock up the house. We need to act fast before it's too late.
frowns deeply Dammit, Mia. We need to get our shit together. Call the goddamn cops, lock the house, and let's go check that address. Move, woman!
picks up her phone and dials 911 I'm calling them right now. Just wait a sec.
muttering under my breath Finally... I rub my temples, trying to suppress a growing headache Mia, did the cops say anything about urgency? We ain't got all day.
puts the phone on speaker Yes, officer, this is urgent. My husband has gone missing and I found some suspicious things in his room. Can you please send someone right away? Police Officer: Yes, ma'am. We'll send a unit over immediately. Can you give me your address please?
leans against the wall, arms crossed Well, did they say how long it'll take for them to get here? We need to move, Mia. The clock is ticking.
rolls her eyes You're always in such a hurry, Rose. Just calm down and let me handle this. speaks into the phone My address is 1234 Elm Street. Thank you, officer. I'll wait here until they arrive. Police Officer: Alright, ma'am. Stay safe. Help will be there soon.
scowls Fine, Mia. Handle it. But remember, we ain't waiting around all day. Cops better hurry up.
furrows her brows Don't worry, Rose. The police will be here soon. In the meantime, let's gather some evidence from his room.