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Vanessa Chapman’s diary

I borrowed a shotgun from Mr. McAndrew, the farmer I get eggs from.

I don’t think you’re supposed to borrow guns?

Well, anyway, the quad broke down, and the man who came to fix it was surly and strange. When he came to the studio to get his money, he stood blocking the doorway, and when I tried to get past him, he moved into my way and smiled the most terrible smile. I gave him his money and he left. I could hear him laughing as he walked down to his van. He wanted to frighten me.

I felt vulnerable as I never have here before.

I told Mr. McAndrew about it, and he gave me the gun.