The Hidden Plague

Harper said, "Even if I hadn't come today, someone would've found out about Newcastle disease sooner or later.

"Besides, you're a victim, too. The law won't hold you responsible, but we just need to make sure it's really the Newcastle disease virus."

Mia's mother knew she couldn't hide it anymore.

"I-I'll take you there," she said, gritting her teeth. "Ms. Kensington, I didn't mean to lie to you.