The weather grew colder in the next few months, but only in the way that Philadelphia does. In September, it seemed as though Fall was coming. Then Halloween arrived, and the temperatures were still above seventy degrees Fahrenheit even at night. The rains of November cooled things down a bit, and as Christmas drew near, it finally seemed practical to wear a jacket again.
A voice rang out through the intercom and cut off his explanation:
Attention staff and students, we are currently in a state of lockdown. No one is allowed in or out of the building until further notice. Again, we are in lockdown. No one is allowed in or out of the building. That is all.
The voice faded, and James turned from the speaker to look back at his students, both of whom looked entirely unfazed.