She examined the damaged form, checking the registration number against her records.
“A young woman registered a few days ago,” she explained. “Said her husband had chronic stomach problems. She wanted to learn to cook better for him, help him heal.”
“But she never showed up for class. Didn’t answer our confirmation calls either.”
The instructor pulled out a course syllabus. “She signed up for our ‘Healing Kitchen’ program. It focuses on digestive health and stomach care.”
Mark took the syllabus, a strange expression crossing his face. “Do you have security footage from that day?”
The instructor nodded. “Sweet girl. Spent ages asking questions about acid reflux and gastritis treatments. Made quite an impression.”
But when the footage played, everyone in the room fell silent.
Mark swallowed hard, staring at the screen. “That… that looks like Alice.”
The instructor brightened. “Yes, Alice! That was her name on the form.”
