(NEWTON)
The third confusing, vaguely disturbing email came in with a ping on Friday afternoon, right before midterms.
Still desperately trying to get my Chem 101 exam organised, I almost ignored the sound from my laptop.
I had the questions scrawled on sticky notes, and I'd been shifting them around on the whiteboard, trying to make sure I'd really covered everything and hadn't given away the answer to one question in another.
But any port in a storm, and at this point, my whiteboard resembled a category three hurricane.
I dropped into my desk chair and opened up my email. And then wished I hadn't.
Dr.McEwen:
I would like to remind you that I am still awaiting a reply to my two previous messages. Please respond immediately. The opportunities I can offer you are much greater than you can imagine, and working with us would benefit you and your pack. I would much prefer to meet you at a time of your choosing, but we will need to meet.
Sincerely,