Book Five: Chapter 108

“What happened to Murray?” Cyrus turned his head back and forth, as if trying to figure out where they were standing. “Did you hurt him?”

“Owner of this house? We’re not sure.” Eulalie looked at Sofia. There were so many lines to pluck at right now, but she didn’t know where to proceed.

“Not sure isn’t a great answer,” Cyrus grumbled.

“Why does it matter?” Sofia asked.

“Because I want to know what kind of people I’m dealing with,” he answered.

“We didn’t hurt him. Is he a friend of yours?” Sofia asked, the tip of the blade now teasing his nipple. Her lips had parted slightly, and Eulalie wondered if she was getting off on this.

Cyrus paused, then shook his head. “I know everyone who lives on this street.”

“Why?” Eulalie asked.

“Nope. My turn.” He flinched when Sofia poked his nipple. “Why are you watching the Radley house?”

Eulalie and Sofia looked at each other.

“What makes you think we’re--”

“Please, I have to pee.