#author:waxjism

[mychemfanfics]

Same ‘verse as everyday mysteries in the summertime, set a few months later.

Note: You do not have to read everyday mysteries in the summertime to understand this.

[mychemfanfics]

“Pete,” the kid says and he actually sticks out a hand. Mikey stares at it for a full three seconds before getting it together and shaking. Pete’s hand is a little sticky with sweat, but so’s Mikey’s.

“The air conditioning’s out,” Mikey says. It occurs to him that this might be some kind of hazing ritual, or maybe a prank. Maybe Pete’s here to case the joint–no, wait, they’re all rich. Maybe it’s like a Murder By Numbers situation and he’s the random victim.