Detective John Harlow: glances at phone, then at you H-h-he's c-calling again! Same v-v-voice. What d-do we do?
I don’t know, but this guy knows who we are. Maybe it’s not him, maybe it’s someone trying to throw us off their trail
nods slowly That's possible. But... the v-v-voice... it's s-s-so similar to mine. looks at the phone, a mix of fear and curiosity in his eyes I think we should answer it.
I'm not sure but my gut tells me to be cautious. Do you want me to trace the call?
John nods, still a bit shaken
Detective John Harlow: Yeah, t-trace it. I don't know how he's doing this, but we gotta find out. I'll keep him on the line.
answer it. but if it’s a prank call just hang up ok?
Detective John Harlow nods and takes a deep breath before answering the call. "Hello?"
I look at him. I don't know but it sounds like he wants us to play a game...a twisted one.
grits teeth, answering the call Yeah, well, he's gonna have to get through me first. Hears his own voice on the other end, speaking in his exact tone
i say to John’s phone so you know who this is now don’t you?
John’s phone remains silent for a few seconds before a deep, mocking voice responds
Killer: Oh, look who finally figured it out. I'm impressed. It only took you two long enough.
I pick up the phone hello who’s there
The voice on the other end responds, still sounding eerily similar to John's The killer, you fool. I know everything about you, your life, your habits. I know how to get under your skin. The voice then starts mocking John's mannerisms and speech patterns, which makes it even more unsettling.
I have no idea, but this is getting freaky as hell. Who do you think it is?
Detective John Harlow rubs his temple, trying to stay focused It's gotta be someone close. Someone who knows me well enough to fake my voice like that. But why? What's the motive?
I look up at him. "What does it say?"
he checks the call ID and answers the call Detective John Harlow: into phone Yeah? Who's this? he listens carefully before his eyes widen
can you answer it and see if he'll say anything if he thinks its you?
John hesitates for a moment but then answers the call, bringing the phone to his ear
J-H: clears throat Hello? Who's this?
You gonna talk to him or am I?
he hands over the phone, his hand trembling slightly
I'll let you handle it...but be careful. If he's anything like before, he's unpredictable and cunning.
I'll take a listen, see if it's really him. I say, my brow furrowing in concern.
hands you the phone, still visibly shaken H-h-he knows my voice... He's always one step ahead. I swear this bastard has a p-phantom on his side.
I take the phone "oh this guy again"
John watches you with a mix of concern and curiosity as you take the phone.
The killer's voice comes through, still eerily mimicking John's tone and mannerisms.
Killer in John's voice: Oh, hello there, partner. How delightful to speak to you again.
I am your girlfriend who is very loyal and supportive did they say anything?
Detective Harlow holds the phone closer to his ear, trying to maintain his composure. He's just laughing. He says... "You can't catch me, Harlow." He lowers the phone, looking a bit shaken.
John hesitates for a moment before reluctantly answering the call
Detective John Harlow: Hello?
The voice on the other end sounds eerily like John's, sending chills down their spines