Nancy Thorne and the others went home first, but the house was pitch-black and empty. So, they went over to Byron Thorne's place and, sure enough, everyone was there. The house was brightly lit; even Frederick Thorne and his wife were present, and the brothers Howard and Patrick Thorne had returned as well.
"This won't do! I have to go to Capria. It's been a whole week, and she hasn't even called. Something must have happened!" Felix Thorne's booming voice carried from inside, sounding extremely anxious.
Nancy Thorne slapped her forehead in frustration. 'Crap, I forgot to call when we got back.'
"Felix, don't panic," Frederick Thorne soothed him in a soft voice. "Didn't Mr. Tate say it would just be another day or two? Let's wait a little longer. Maybe Nancy will be home tomorrow!" In truth, he was also very anxious, but he was more rational. Capria was a huge city; even if Felix went, he'd never be able to find her.
