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“Something Borrowed” worth returning

Soap operas should be left on the Lifetime network, but time and time again another Hollywood writer decides that the story has not been told enough. Boy meets girl. Girl and boy fall for each other. Along the way drama ensues. Whether the interim is entertaining or not varies from film to film, but in the end they live happily ever after. Like many before it, Something Borrowed is a repetition of a familiar tale.

Six years ago in law school, Rachel (Gennifer Goodwin) meets Dex (Colin Eggislfield) and falls head over heels. After several “Will they won’t they” moments, Dex meets Darcy (Kate Hudson), Rachel’s long time friend. Unfortunately, Darcy gets Dex to ask her out, leaving Rachel alone. Now in the present, mere months from their wedding, Rachel tells Dex how she felt in law school. This leads to the duo heating up the backseat of a New York cab and opening the floodgates to the inevitable drama.

Directed by Luke Greenfield (The Girl Next Door, Role Models), the film is an adaption of Emily Giffin’s novel about the stormy soap opera in downtown Manhattan. The unsung hero would undoubtedly be John Krasinski. Known as Jim from “The Office” he adds the sparkle and shine that will make viewers stand in line to see something they have already empty their pockets for. In addition to showcasing a few brief aerial views of London, he sits on the back burning while a surge of monotonous characters take up the spot light.

In addition to Krasinski’s lack of recognition, Eggislfield bears a uncanny resemblance to a much younger Tom Cruise. At several moments, I expected the character Dex to wave goodbye to all of the nonsense, put on his aviators, and take off in a F-14. Unfortunately, none of those things happened and the movie carried on in its ever-churning plotline.

Apart from Krasinski’s sparkle, the only character that showed a legitimate emotion was Mr. Thater (Geoff Pierson) who is Dex’s father.. His stern interlude with Eggislfield is the one moment when acting could be defined as such. Providing the seriousness to the laughter of Krasinski, Pierson gave gold-star five second performance.

Filled with the occasional guffaw at the hijinks’s that the four get up too, this tale falls far short of any memorable moments movie-goers might take with them. As always though, if in need of pick-me-up, something that basically does not make sense, and your weekly dose of popcorn, then this is the movie for you. If you care about where your money is spent, choose something else.

Contact Spencer at spencer.mueller@thefalconflyer.com

Diesel drives excitement in “Fast Five”

After its opening weekend Fast Five raced ahead in the box office as the fifth installment of the Fast and the Furious series hit theaters on April 29.

This thrilling, Fast and Furious follow-up, with a star crammed cast of Vin Diesel, Paul Walker and Dwayne Johnson, takes the audience into a world where destruction knows no limits and the cars they drive burst on to the streets with destiny’s of their own, leaving viewers dazed in the drivers seat.

The adventure begins when former officer Brian O’Conner (Walker), teams up with an ex-convict and the exquisite Mia Torentto (Jordana Brewster) to find them at the wrong side of the law and on the top of the wanted list. In order to gain their sovereignty, they stretch their limits to take down the most powerful man in all of Rio, Hernan Reyes (Joaquim de Almeida). The three calls in many favors and manage to send for some friends to travel half way around the world in order to build a team. These people possessed key traits: brilliance, dexterity, courage and loyalty in order to structure the ideal crew. Together, the team tears through the streets leaving no part of Rio untouched. The cunning crew crafts up dangerous tactics to cheat Reyes for all he is worth while avoiding the officers quick to spring on their every move.

Not only was the action incredible but the rivalry between Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson versus Paul Walker left the theater blaring and the the girls drooling. Although the scruffy beard dangling off Johnson’s stern face was enough to turn anyone away, the quantity of muscle he was packing made up for any facial hair issues.

The extensive budget necessary to fund these glamorous rides are almost surreal. These extravagant props used to grip viewers at the eyes and leave them gasping for. On opening weekend, May 1 2011, the movie over grossed $86,000,000. With the comedy and action, this film hypnotizes the viewers as the fast pace destruction peals you out of your seat and throws you into a high speed chase across the blazing streets of Brazil.

The movie took the audience by storm making everyone wish they too were caught straddling the border lines of right and wrong in a new blue glazed ride with butterfly doors. This movie can make anyone who is not so much a fan of action movies changing their opinions. The only thing left to say is when the sequel for this movie comes out, will it top this one?

Fast Five was a electrifying ride and a great way to hurl the Fast and Furious movies back in the game. The action and muscles stealing the spotlight make up for the lack of street action found in the previous films.

Contact Alexis at alexis.elfalan@thefalconflyer.com

iPad 2 provides user-friendly experience

iPad 2 | Photo courtesy of WikicommonsFrom guitars to games, FaceTime to Facebook, Internet
to iPod, and movies to multitasking, and the
new iPad 2 graces the Apple line-up with new features and
style. But is it worth the price?

First impression was how lightweight and thin it was.
1.33 pounds and 0.34 inches thick is certainly impressive.
A quick sync with my computer and I am ready to begin
my iPad experience. I set up my email account, log into the
App Store, and download my first app.

Friendly Facebook for iPad is the quintessential
Facebook app, hands down. Taking advantage
of the iPad’s 9.7 inch multitouch
LED display, Friendly
allows you to swipe
through your news feed, view
pictures full
screen, comment
on statuses, write on walls,
and chat all for free. In portrait mode
the keyboard is best used in a hunt and peck
fashion, whereas landscape orientation allows faster
typing that traditional keyboards.

Switching to the camera application I note the lack low
quality of the camera. The back-facing camera is lacking
a flash. When in decent light the cameras are somewhat
impressive in videos, yet stills are sub-par. The outer camera
supports 720p video capture, the front facing camera
is VGA, not enough to use an iPad as a replacement for a
camera.

Using FaceTime to connect with family in Alaska and
Arizona, I am quite impressed. The large screen on the
iPad makes video calls very user friendly and simple.

The web browser proved to be very intuitive and responsive
with zero lags or “checker boxes” (a default way
of showing parts of the webpage that have not yet loaded,
typically occurs when zooming in). Why read just the Seattle
Times when you can get CNN, the Washington Post
and the Wall Street Journal as well?

In several of my U.W. and A.P classes I utilized the iPad
as a paper supplement. Using My Documents to Go Premium
($6.99) and Pages ($9.99) as my two dedicated word
processing applications I have eliminated my paper amount
as well as clarified my notes.

After class I began my game searching. I was not necessarily
searching for something to justify the nine times
better graphics performance on the iPad 2 compared to the
original iPad, I just wanted something fun. Words With
Friends HD proved to be that app. Madden
NFL 11 by EA Sports for iPad
was my next discovery
as I took the Seahawks head to
head with the
New Orleans Saints.

As a pianist the free PDFSheetMusic
is beneficial for me. Inside
the application is a user friendly interface
that allows me to upload PDF’s from my computer via
iTunes and view them on the iPad. Although not a need for
the average iPad owner, it is one I found a necessity.

When you open the iPod section your mind jumps to
iTunes mode. Basically a simpler iTunes the iPod section
allows features such as creating and renaming playlists,
viewing music by song, artist, album, genre, or composer,
and the use of the Genius toolbar. One disappointing factor
here is the lack of CoverFlow, which would appear beautifully
on the iPad scene. Alas that is only one small missing
feature that is not missed as much with the other features
music on the iPad offers.

Throughout the days I pondered the idea of how I
would protect this very hefty investment of mine from
stray objects in my backpack such as mechanical pencils,
calculators, and scissors. Apple produced SmartCovers
which magnetically cling to the side of the iPad, auto-align
to the rest of the device and even auto-sleep/wake the iPad
when you either open or close. A much cheaper and higher
quality case can be found online.

Apples “10 hour battery life” claim proved to be true, and
then some. When I attempted a Saturday of nonstop usage
including video streaming from YouTube, Facebook updating,
and high graphic intensity gamers, the iPad clocked in
at 10 hours 25 minutes and 12 seconds of use.

With all of this presented the question is
if an iPad should be in your future.
If you can afford to drop
the change for a device
that is
$499 at the
lowest level
of 16 gigabytes
(my 32
GB with Wi-Fi
+ 3G rang up at
$729 with a no contract
internet service
from Verizon Wireless)
and you are considering
integrating your school
work with technology, the. I
say go for it. Also consider who
you know that has an iProduct
with a camera for FaceTime. For
me with several family members in Alaska
and Arizona who have iPhones and iPod Touches with
cameras, the ability to see and visit with family has no price
tag. If you need any more convincing, this entire article
was researched, written, edited and revised on my iPad 2.

Contact Brian at brian.benshoof@thefalconflyer.com

“The Limousines” show potential

The Limousines are coming on to the indietronica scene like herpes to a hooker. After opening for Matt & Kim, The Temper Trap,
Smashing Pumpkins, The Flaming Lips, Weezer
and a myriad of others, they are finally playing
their own shows.

Starting in 2007, the duo of Eric Victorino
and Giovannia Giusti exchanged digital copies of
their work. Giusti sent
Victorino beats, while
Victorino sent Giusti
lyrics and recorded
vocals. Through this
collaborative process,
they managed to put
together multiple
songs without ever
meeting face-to-face.
The pair finally met
in person for the first
time to record their songs “Scrapbook 1998” and
“New Year’s Resolution.” Although they released
songs on their Myspace and Tumblr sites, they had
yet to release any physical product.

The Limousines are quickly making their way
through the underground indie scene. “New Year’s
Resolution” was found by Aaron Axelsen, a music
director from the San Fransico Bay Area. Axelson
runs the radio station Live 105 and played “Very
Busy People” on Soundcheck, his Sunday evening
radio show. This helped spread word about The
Limousines and helped their fan base grow exponentially.

Even before The Limousines signed on a single song deal, “Very Busy People” was picked up
by Alt Nation, a Sirius XM satellite radio station.
The song reached the number seven spot on the
channel’s Alt-18 Countdown, a collection of the
channel’s 18 most requested songs of the week.

By late 2009, The
Limousines independently released an EP
titled “Scrapbook,”
their first official
physical reproduction of songs. The
vinyl EP featured
four songs originally
available only as mp3
demos; “Scrapbook
1998”, “Plans are Just
Coincidence”, “New Year’s Resolution”, and “ithinkican.”
The band continued to write and promote their
music over the following year. They announced
their debut album “Get Sharp” on June 17; the album was released on July 27 through Orchard City
Books & Noise. “Get Sharp” was made available nationwide on Jan. 6.

Contact Ben at ben.walker@thefalconflyer.com

U-Top It, an outstanding establishment

The debate between ice cream and frozen yoghurt is a dead argument. Ice cream
wins every time, until now. Spurring this dramatic frozen yoghurt comeback is the
establishment of U-Top It.

Fact of the day: ice cream and frozen yoghurt
are very similar. Both are milk based, churned,
frozen, and delicious. The only difference between
the two is the active probiotics in the frozen yoghurt
that help digest lactose.

Now that your mind is filled with utterly useless
information, why would anyone choose complicated
frozen yoghurt over simpler ice cream?

Because making it is way more fun.

At the newly established U-Top It self-serve
frozen yoghurt restaurant in Covington, fulfilling
a frozen, sugary, milky craving has never been so
enjoyable.

At first, walking in is a bit confusing. The magic
begins at the back of the restaurant. Grab a cup, located along the left wall, and work
clockwise. Choose any flavor of frozen yoghurt desirable, or mix and match to create a
one-of-a-kind creation. If you still find yourself confused, ask one of the many helpful
employees and they might offer some guidance or a sample of one of the flavors.

After choosing the frozen yoghurt, there is a seemingly never-ending topping selection
to choose from. They tempt you with fruit at the beginning. From kiwi to strawberries,
and pineapples to raspberries, the fruit is plump and fresh.

Next comes the syrups: hot fudge, caramel, and marshmallow sauce. Be careful after
adding these as the frozen yoghurt begins to melt
and time becomes precious.

Quickly move right and witness a relentless
array of toppings. From coconut to Cinnamon
Toast Crunch, and peanut M&M’s to walnuts,
they offer things that before were inconceivable
to put on frozen delights. Do not load up too
much at the beginning or there may not be room
to fit everything.

Finally, though, the journey comes to an end.
Add the whipped cream and top it off with Jimmies
before weighing the awe-inspiring creation.

Yes, they charge by weight; at this point you may
realize just how much you have. Do not fret too
much, the end result will not be a budget breaker
due to their reasonable prices.

U-Top It is definitely a unique establishment. Every person needs to visit and try their
hand at creating the perfect dessert. Even for the hardcore ice cream enthusiast, just one
taste may change everything. U-Top It is an excellent establishment.

Contact Jason at jason.hirschey@thefalconflyer.com

Suspect: Part 3

By Maira Perez and Maddie Eggerding

The heavy knock on the door caused me to jump up from the
couch. A wave of fear shot through me. The fear of that one
person actually coming to find me, the one that saw it all happen.

Walking slowly towards the door, I hesitate to look through the
peephole. Throwing the door open, I let out a profound sigh of relief
when I see Max’s distraught face. The solace does not last long. I realize
Max has a strange look to her, almost one of resentment.

Noticing a white piece of paper, I ask her what it is. She thrusts the
note into my face. “Friends aren’t always what they seem, darling. May
is the person you are looking for,” it reads.

With a fury that I’ve never thought her capable of, Max yells “Did
you kill him, May? Did you?!”

Shell-shocked, I have no clue what to do. Max caught me off guard.
Afraid she could see the guilt in my eyes, I turned away. “No, why
would you even consider that thought?”

“Max, did you do it?” I asked cunningly, gaining back my power.

She looked at me blankly for a while and said, “No I didn’t. Someone
obviously is trying to turn us against each other. I can’t trust anyone
right now and it seems like they think you murdered Ayden, I think we
should bring this letter to the police. Maybe they will help us, before
someone else gets hurt.”

“Max that’s a bad idea, trust me,” I reply, trying to convince her.
“I don’t care…For all I know, you could have murdered Ayden!” As
she walks toward the door, I reach out impulsively.

“I did not murder him! You can’t blame me! You have no proof !” I
pull her back with enough force that she falls to the ground.

She looks up at me with terror in her eyes, giving me this intense
feeling of power. She’s back below where she belongs; it’s where her
and Ayden should have always been.

“May! What is wrong with you?” She yells at me.
“Shut up! You are nothing, nothing compared to me. You’re just like
Ayden, useless and pathetic.”

With abhorrence, I grab the nearest object and smash it across her
forehead. Glass shattering everywhere, the miniscule pieces of my
mother’s vase created a gash in her forehead.

Her body goes limp and falls backwards. Suddenly my heart beats
in panic, what have I done? I sit there staring at Max’s pale expressionless
face. She’s completely vulnerable.

I had no control over it. I began to sob. This horrible feeling radiated
throughout my body; I felt as if someone had ripped straight
through my stomach.

Unexpectedly, Max moaned. Realizing she was still alive, I decided
to take action. Knowing that if I took her to the hospital, they would
ask what happened.

Trying not to do any further damage, I lifted her droopy body and
dragged it cautiously to the foot of the stairs. I made absolute sure to
clean my tracks.

Once the scene is set up without a flaw, I take the final step and call
911. I lied that Max had come over to see how I was doing, and went
upstairs to grab something she left. The next thing I knew she was on
the ground with a gash in her head.

After nearly 15 minutes, the ambulance arrived. On the ride there,
the paramedics asked me incessantly if I knew how far she had fallen,
and whether or not she hit anything other than her head.

“I swear, I was in the other room, and I came in to find her unconscious
at the bottom of the stairs,” I said in false panic. They left me
alone.

Once we arrived, Max was immediately rushed into Urgent Care. I
saw her eyes flutter as she went.

I look up in panic as the waiting room door opens, catching a
glimpse of the brunette boy walking in. Somehow he seems familiar,
but I can’t seem to put my finger on it.

“Hey, X. It’s me, don’t worry I’m back.” He says. Seconds pass by
and I can’t seem to recall who this stranger is, then it hits me. “Ayden,”
I whisper. Everything goes black.

Contact Maira at maira.perez@thefalconflyer.com and Maddie at maddie.eggerding@thefalconflyer.com

“Star Wars” exhibition fails to convey true meaning

Photo by Rosa JohnsonSimilar to the wide diversity of characters in
a galaxy far, far away, people of all ages enjoy
“Star Wars.” The Pacific Science Center is home to
Chewbacca, land speeder models, and the Millennium
Falcon from March 19 through May 8.

“Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination”
is filled with costumes, interactive stations, and
replicas of out-of-this-world creatures. Despite the
fascination this exhibit brings, it does come with a
price. For nonmembers, the entry fee is around 20
dollars; this is expensive for what it has to offer.
Members pay a measly four-dollar fee.

The exhibit takes an entire day to get through.
Although it may seem like a walk in the park, the
lengthy lines are very time consuming.

Tickets sell out fast. One must arrive early in
order to guarantee their time slot. Considering the
location next to the popular Center House, however,
the waiting time is not terrible.

As far as exhibits go, “Harry Potter: The Exhibition”
was the best yet; its full-on reconstruction
of the area created a personal touch. “Battle
Star Galactica” at The Science Fiction Museum is
ranked lowest; the few ships and alien costumes
failed to convey the concept of the classic hit. “Star
Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination,” belongs
somewhere in the middle; there was enough of a
story to entertain, although it did not quite reach
that in-the-movie feel.

Children seemed to enjoy this exhibit as their
Lego-sized toys were blown into large-scale models.
Adults who grew up with this series attended
mainly for the artifacts, rather than the information.

The exhibit is unlikely to impress those knowit-
all “Star Wars” fans; however, it is great for those
willing to dedicate an entire day to the adventures
in the beyond.

The high level of anticipation is unnecessary;
the exhibit has only a few crowded interactive attractions
and replicas. The most interesting part
were the random behind-the-scenes facts attempting
to connect exhibits together.

“Star wars” is an entertaining and beforeits-
time legend. The exhibits museum-like quality
failed to express the true meaning behind the
chronicles.

Contact Rosa at rosa.johnson@thefalconflyer.com

“Water for Elephants” captures audience

Photo by WikicommonsWouldn’t life be easier with an elephant to lean on? Granted, one must deal with an excess of feces and a trunk ready to steal your water, but they would make life easier.

Back in the 1930’s traveling circuses were looking for any way to get ahead. By finding the next big act, they found their next meal. “Water for Elephants” captures the hardships of the depression and the joys of animal love despite some memory losses.

The novel “Water for Elephants,” by Sara Gruen was a huge success when it hit shelves, and the transition to the screen was relatively smooth.

Starting in the present, an old man reflects on his younger days when he ran away with the circus. Jacob Jankowski (Robert Pattinson) is a would-be veterinarian who hops a train and discovers the world the circus has to offer.

Unfortunately bland, Pattinson should stick to being a teenage heart throb rather than a powerful focal point of a story. Contrasting him, Merlana (Reese Witherspoon) is the star performer, and ravishing in every way. Witherspoon captures the essence of the depression; her inner child shines as a lost girl trying to find a home.

Similar to many adaptations, holes are created in the plot. The cinematic version combines the two semi-evil antagonists of the novel (Circus Owner Uncle Al and Merlana’s husband August) and combines them into an incredibly malicious August (Christoph Waltz). Although capturing the essence of the characters, the film fails to deliver the palpable bi-polar quality that the story is founded on.

Shining and towering above every cast member is Rosie the elephant. The most intimate moments in this movie were between actors and the animals, whether it be Rosie or the lead horse. Director Francis Lawerance seizes these moments and juices them for all of their potential, creating a potent love scene that inspires compassion from even the most stone-hearted movie-goers.

Movies are different from books, but similar in so many ways. Some may say books are better, and others may side with movies. The truth is that they each tell their story in a different way.

This film creates its own story within the basis of the novel, and the effect is enchanting. Everyone from popcorn-munchers to esteemed critics will find solace in the story of happiness and elephants. Perhaps next time, Pattinson will stay in the dark.

Contact Spencer at spencer.mueller@thefalconflyer.com

iPad 2, a spectacular addition to Apple lineup

iPad 2 (FaceTime) | Photo provided by Apple At an Apple event on March 2, CEO Steve Jobs said, “2010 turned out to be the year of the iPad … what about 2011? Everybody’s got a tablet, is 2011 gonna be the year of the copycats?” Basically, no. 2011 will be the year of the iPad 2.

Recently, Jobs took a medical leave for some unknown reason. Miraculously, he showed up to announce the newest iPad at the 70 minute long keynote. “We’ve been working on this product for awhile, and I just didn’t want to miss today,” said Jobs.

In the first year, the iPad has resurrected a long dead category of personal computers and has commanded the playing field. The iPad has over 90 percent market share.

Apple’s website proclaims, “There’s more to it. And even less of it.” It could not be more right. The iPad 2 is a third thinner and 15 percent lighter. It now sports dual cameras and a faster processor, all while keeping its famous 10 hour battery life.

When the iPad was first introduced, it seemed reminiscent of an adage by Henry Ford, “People can have the Model Tin any color – so long as it’s black.” However, the wonderful Jobs, with probably the help of good ole Jony Ive, created the iPad 2 in a variety of colors: black or white.

The iPad 2 will bring with it the updated iOS software: 4.3. It’s best feature is the ability to chose wheter the side switch will lock the screen rotation or mute the volume. Other features will include airplay enhancements, faster safari performance, iTunes home sharing, and the personal hotspot feature for the iPhone 4.

If you want thin, lightweight protection for the screen of your iPad 2, the Smart Cover is for you. Although, it does not protect the back, it is a revolutionary product. It attaches via magnets. When opened, your iPad 2 will magically turn off. When closed, guess what, it will go to sleep.

Compared to its competition, the iPad 2 is a steal by a long shot. It still features the same storage amounts, 16, 32, and 64 GB; as well as the same prices, $499 – $829. The Wi-Fi + 3G model is available on AT&T and Verizon.

Although the iPad 2 is still in a category of products unnecessary for survival, it is a great addition to the family. If you have the original iPad, the only considerable upgrade is the inclusion of cameras. If that is what you are looking for, go ahead and add to your credit card debt. If you are in the market for a tablet, get it and get it now. Believe me; you will not miss out on any new and upcoming tablets.

Contact Ryan at ryan.snyder@thefalconflyer.com

Suspect: Part 2

By Maira Perez and Maddie Eggerding

For the first time since the incident, I step inside my car. Inhaling the smell of the upholstery, my mind relives the moment when he died.

Time became a blur as I trail directly behind him. Our car tires screeched and the two engines purr loudly. We head for the Lawson Bridge, it had been under repair and there was a gap in the suspension just large enough for a car to fall through. We drive the Lexus cars that Jaxon had modified for the race that night. With his car to the side, I maneuver mine, while propelling his towards the gap.

The last thing I see is the look of disgust in his eyes. I know somewhere deep down that he understands.

Arriving again to reality, I remember the figure out in the distance; the one that saw what I had done. The anxiety built inside me. I realize time is limited before the person decides to go to the police.

The sheer ring of my cell phone distracts me. The screen reads Jaxon; impulsively I press the speaker button.

“Hello,” I say happily. “Hey there,” he responds in his usual sly tone, “Are you ready for the race tonight? Many of the players are betting on you. You won’t let me down, will you?”

“I didn’t let you down when Ayden was a threat, did I? So why would I let you down now?” I say frankly.

“I never doubted you, darling. Okay, well Guy made the modifications to your Lamborghini. It should be better now. See you later tonight. Don’t be late.” He says, right before hanging up.

I analyze the situation, start my car and head in the direction of Max’s house. Just the thought of seeing her solemn face makes me gag. Sometimes I wonder whether I am nauseas because she is pathetic or because I killed her best friend.

She has been mourning Ayden’s death for weeks, as I feigned being the good dependable friend. I step inside Max’s unlocked house. She is sitting on the couch, solemnly staring at the blank television screen. From where I am standing, her face looks as if someone drained the life from her. It is pitiful, actually.

“Hey X,” I say indifferently. Startled, she jumps up and grabs a pillow for protection. Suppressing the urge to laugh, I walk towards her and take a seat.

“How are you holding up?” I say after a moment of awkward emptiness. Her face contorts in an attempted smile. “Fine, but I miss him,” she replies while breaking into shallow sobs.

Suddenly, she gets a hold of herself. “I have decided to quit racing. It’s not worth it anymore, May. It will only remind me of him, it’s time to be done. Every time I get into a car, I think of how close I am to dying,” she says calmly. It takes my mind a while to process what she had just said.

I recollect my thoughts and respond, “Max, it’s not your fault he died. He brought that upon himself. You can’t live life always being afraid. But I understand if you don’t want to race anymore.”

Out of nowhere, Max says something surprising “Have you talked to Jaxon recently?” Trying to deceive Max, I reply, “No, he hasn’t called. Have you?”

Max replies, “Well, I’ve tried calling him, to ask if he’s coming to Ayden’s funeral. It always goes straight to voicemail.”

A familiar ringtone calls out from across the room as Max gets up to grab her phone. Before she is able to answer, I ask who it is. Her face goes pale as she responds, “The police Investigator, the one who questioned us earlier; I kept her number just in case.”

We both sit, staring at the phone. Neither of us is able to answer.

We replay the message from her voicemail. “Hey Max, I understand the situation you’re dealing with, especially with losing Ayden, and May being your friend and all. But remember; right now you can’t trust anyone. People aren’t always what they appear, and we have some suspicion that Ayden’s death was not an accident. He was murdered. There were two sets of skid marks on the bridge. You and May could be in danger, so we just want you to be careful.” There was a short click, and all we heard was the dialtone.

Contact Maira at maira.perez@thefalconflyer.com and Maddie at maddie.eggerding@thefalconflyer.com