THE FOLLOWER John exits his apartment complex after his phone call with Ben. He is cautiously optimistic that the information Ben has will lead to something. Let's face it, after all this time searching with no leads, John has become more of a realist than an optimist. In today's society, that’s a better trait to have anyway. Right outside his front door, there is a newsstand. It is later in the evening, so there aren't many people there at this time of night. However, one should stand out, but John doesn't notice her. She is only pretending to read a newspaper. She seems to be watching John, but his focus is still on the call he just had with Ben; he has his blinders on. It's dark outside, so it's hard to make out much more than just a silhouette. She's a short, petite woman, and alon

