As I sat in my car looking at the Archer mansion, I knew Diana was right. You could feel the creepy vibes coming from the dark, hulking dwelling.
It inspired me to text Victor to tell him I was at the Archer mansion with Jayden to talk to Amelia and Pat. Despite having Jayden with me, I felt better having Victor know my location.
“Shall we go inside?” Jayden asked as I put my phone in my handbag.
“Let’s get it over with,” I replied. “Do you have your badge ready?”
Jayden patted his jacket pocket and smiled.
We exited the car, walked to the heavy wooden front door, and rang the bell.
Alfred answered the door almost immediately. “Hello, Miss Wilson. We were expecting you.” He looked pointedly at Jayden.
“This is Detective Halverston,” I told him. “He also needs to speak to Amelia and
