Adam did not resist. He just watched and waited his mind a whirlwind of questions and calculations.
A short while later Philips came down to the basement. He was a completely different person. He had changed out of his school uniform into expensive designer clothes.
"So this is your true self," Adam said looking at Philips with a newfound understanding.
"You're all the same," Philips said his voice a low dangerous whisper that was far more terrifying than any shout.
"I tried to leave you all alone to live your pathetic little lives. But you just had to interfere. You always have to stick your noses where they don't belong."
Adam was confused. He could not believe that Philips had been acting all this time. He had been so convincing so perfect in his role as the quiet timid class representative.
