On the bulletin board, a portrait of a kid labeled with large, red letters stood out. It was the poster that caught their attention. “WANTED. Also known as: ‘Chuckie’”. A sketch of a kid with black spiky hair wearing a red scarf looked back at them with a smug grin. “That’s the kid who stole your stuff, Vincent!” Said Nita. Vincent ripped the poster from the board, ignoring the other one beside it. Not even Marissa had a clue of the other poster they ignored. “Chuckie, huh…” said Vincent. Marissa pointed out the details written in. “Look! He could be in the same place as Nate!” She pointed out, as it said this felon was seen previously at the abandoned temple. “Maybe… this was the boy he was seen with?” Said Nita. More clues pointed to the truth, but Vincent was in disbelief. “No way.. Nate… I mean… he couldn’t be…” he tried shrugging it off. “A bit mischievous but…” he said before pausing himself. “God damn it!” He said, as he fell on his knees. “What are we waiting for, then! Let’s hurry up!” Said Marissa.

Vincent's Backpack - 29

February 7, 2026