Charlotte ran for the back door even as the others clamoured around Sid for information. She hurtled up the steps, key at the ready. Her long unused medical kit was in a cupboard and it took a moment to dig it out. On her way to the door she grabbed her phone and wallet.
None of it made sense. What happened to Octavia? Why was Sid here instead of with her? And what about an ambulance?
“Quick, darling. Sid’s waiting.” Rosie called as Charlotte returned. “Call me as soon as you know something.” Her face was white.
“I will.”
The motor was on and the passenger door open, and Charlotte slid in and closed it.
“Seatbelt.” Sid muttered as he turned the patrol car in the opposite direction and floored it.
“Tell me what you know.” Charlotte clicked the seatbelt and looked for something to hold
