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sector’s classrooms. The gate closes and locks at ten each night, except Saturday. No one else knows the two of you are plants, by the way. We need to keep it that way.”
    “How did you manage two new positions?”
    “The gym teacher position was actually available. It’s hard to get a single teacher to come here. That’s why most are in pairs. The vacancy in campus security came about quite suddenly,” he said with a smile. “I believe Officer Nelson got an offer he couldn’t refuse.”
    “And as far as you know, none of the staff associates with anyone in town? Well, besides Fiona and Gretchen.”
    “They both live here during the week but stay in town over the weekends. Fiona is very friendly with the rest of the staff. Gretchen, not so much. But I don’t believe Fiona mixes her two lives. Meaning, she’s not introduced any of her personal friends to the staff. At least, not that I’m aware of.”
    “Don’t people find that odd?”
    “You mean any odder than the rest of it?”
    Paige smiled at him. “We really have no idea what’s going on, do we?”
    “None whatsoever,” he agreed. He leaned back, deciding not to warn them of the strange cries—screams—he sometimes heard at night. He would let them experience that on their own.

CHAPTER SIX
     
    CJ stared at the bed, then glanced at Paige. Their eyes met for a second, then Paige turned, following Avery back out into the small living area.
    “It’s not much, I know. But it’s the only one that’s vacant and clean. The one Officer Nelson lived in is a bit larger, but it’ll need a thorough cleaning.”
    “This is fine,” Paige said, going to the window. “It’s like a little suburban neighborhood out here.”
    “Yes. But for the most part, everyone gets along well. I’ll let you integrate yourself with them naturally, but they have a weekly potluck dinner or a cookout. There’s no entertainment in the compound, so they’ve learned to make their own. We’re forty-five minutes to the nearest town of any size.”
    CJ shifted uncomfortably, still trying to wrap her mind around the fact that she and Paige would be sharing a bed. Avery apparently took her silence as his cue to leave.
    “Well, I’ll let you get settled in. You both have my number and e-mail. Most of our communication should be done that way. After you’ve met the staff—I have no doubt some will be over shortly—you might want to take a drive, check out Hoganville. I’d even suggest breakfast at the café tomorrow morning. That should prompt a call from Ester Hogan. She’ll want to know your background. She likes to keep her hand in everything.”
    “Oh, what about a uniform?” she asked.
    “Yes. You’ve been issued five. They are already in the closet.”
    “You’ve thought of everything, it seems.”
    “I believe in being organized.” He opened the door, his expression changing. “Again, welcome to Hogan School for Girls,” he said louder than necessary. “I hope you’ll enjoy your stay with us.”
    They watched him walk down the steps and across the yard to his car, then Paige closed the door, leaving them alone. All alone.
    CJ swallowed. “Well,” she said, her voice trailing off. She saw movement outside the window. “Wonder why we didn’t close the blinds,” she said.
    “Do we have company already?” Paige asked quietly, their eyes meeting.
    CJ nodded.
    “Great,” she murmured. “Showtime. And I don’t believe I’m ready.” A knock sounded shortly thereafter and again their eyes met. “I’ll get it... honey .”
    CJ took a deep breath, forcing a smile to her face. As Paige had said, showtime. They hadn’t even had time to practice.
    “I know you two want to get unpacked and all, but we just had to meet you,” said an exuberant redhead with long, straight hair pulled back into a ponytail. “I’m Suzette. This is my partner, Becca.”
    “Hi,” Paige said. “I’m the new gym teacher. Paige Riley,” she said as she extended her