"Good afternoon, citizens of Gravity Falls. I'm Shandra Jimenez, for the 4 o'clock news. We have received breaking news about the finding of previously lost Fiddleford McGucket, who was found by police just hours ago in the woods. Reporting at the police station is our beloved Toby Determined, with more on the story. Toby?"

"Thanks, Shandra. Now, I've been told by Mr. McGucket that he was directly involved with the incident involving the Gravity Falls graveyard, and the missing. He also said that he was not alone in the woods while he was missing. He said he wasn't in control. He does not know where the missing body from the graveyard is. He does not know who was in the woods with him, and he could not answer any other questions. Currently, McGucket is being sent to the Gravity Falls hospital for concussion treatment. That's all we have right now. Toby Determined signing off."

"Thank you, Toby. In other news, police is investigating over the case of the fire at Greasy's Diner that took place hours ago. The Police Department hasn't ruled out arson, but it appears that the cause is most likely just a kitchen fire. The cook, Lazy Susan, also suffers from a concussion. The eyewitnesses are still yet to be questioned.

"In breaking news, a local church priest was sent to the hospital after being found unconscious in the church. We now go back to our special reporter Nick Thompson with the witness that found Father Michael Adams in this state."

"Thanks, Shandra. I'm here with Manly Dan Corduroy, who says he came back to the church to 'talk to his wife' when he saw the grisly sight. Mr. Corduroy, what was going through your head when you saw Father Adams?"

"Of course, I first ran to assist him. He was clearly unconscious. I rolled him over and there was a gory burn wound. I immediately dialed 911 and did CPR before the paramedics came."

"Do you think this is, at all, an accident?"

"No, sir. There were blood stains all around the church floor, and on both sides the stained glass murals were shattered. I'm no cop, but I think this was an attack."

"Well, there you have it. The Gravity Falls Forensics Department is currently tracing the blood samples to see if in fact, the blood is Mr. Adams's. We have talked to other Gravity Falls citizens for their opinions on this supposed attack."

First was Nate and Lee. "I'm not sure what to say." started Nate. "There haven't really been any serious crimes since Gideon Gleeful's conspiracy against the town. Now that there's at least two major crimes that we know of in the first week of summer. Not exactly the best way to start the summer vacation."

Next was Mr. Poolcheck. "Business is going down for the pool concessions. There's barely anyone here, and we're in the middle of our first heat wave. It just breaks my heart that no one's here enjoying what I've spent almost all of my life preparing for."

Last was Sheriff Blubbs. "I find it suspicious that these three attacks all happeed in the same week. I mean, Mr. McGucket was being treated for burn wounds, Greasy's Diner was almost burned down, and Mr. Adams is being sent to the hospital for one major burn wound. I fear that these crimes are connected, and the criminal is still out there. I want the citizens to report any suspicious activity, and stay indoors with someone, especially after dusk."

Thompson spoke once more. "Mr. Adams is currently under critical condition at the Gravity Falls Hospital. That's all we have for you, Thompson signing off."

"Thank you, Thompson. That's all the news we have for you today. Stay tuned in at 10 o'clock for the evening news with more on these stories. Until then, I'm Shandra Jimenez. Thank you for tuning in. Up next, 'Why You Ackin' Cray Cray!'"

The TV buzzed off, silencing the hum of electricity. The room darkened a little from the light of the TV being turned off.

Candy Chiu held the remote, sitting next to her friend Grenda. A few seconds passed before Candy spoke up.

"Grenda, I am worried about Mabel. She hasn't answered any of my calls, and I haven't seen her at all in town. The Mystery Shack was even closed today, and it's a Friday!"

"I don't know what's going on," answered Grenda. "But all that I do know is that it's dangerous out there right now."

"I'm worried about her though."

"Mabel can take care of herself. She's proven it time and time. I'm sure everything is just fine."

"I know, but I haven't seen Mabel in almost a week." (that part of the sentence is very important if you can remember why. Come to think of it, I might have some time issues with this story. Review if you want it to be fixed. If not, I'll leave it alone.) "A lot of things can happen in a week."

"It's alright. Remember, she's got Dipper to keep her company. She's never alone."

"O-ok." said Candy. That last statement made her feel better, but there was one nagging thought in her head.

Sheriff Blubbs had a point. These crimes are way too similar and close each other to not be connected. Something big's going on. Something huge. (Candy's thought is right.) After all, they haven't seen the Pines family at all in days.

"Well, what can we do?" asked Candy.

"I think the best thing we can do is just wait. It's too dangerous out there." answered Grenda.

Candy nodded. There was nothing they could do.

All she could do was pray. Pray that whatever's happening to the Pines family isn't at all, mixed in with the police investigations.

Unfortunately for Candy, the truth is the exact opposite. The Pines family had everything to do with the current police investigations.

A/N: Well that's Chapter 16. Should fill in some plot holes. I mean, come on. The towns folks aren't that dumb. Should be a break from the action. Keep the heart rate down. Probably the only intercalary chapter in the entire story. Chapter 17 will be a big chapter. As always, review.