Hello, Little Friend

Herbert brought the water and handed one of the glasses to the young policeman. He handed his to the other policeman. The two policemen asked Robert some more questions and made notes. After about twenty minutes, they got up and left.

As they were leaving, Herbert suddenly asked the young policeman, "Aren't you going to drink the water?" Neither of them had finished their water.

Jimmy thought about it, picked up his cup of water, and left. The middle-aged policeman did not take the cup of water with him.

After sending the police off, Robert closed the door. Herbert was clearing the dining table. Robert walked behind him and suddenly said, "Hold out your hand."

Herbert bit his lip and tensed, not daring to look back.

When Robert spoke again, there was no warmth in his voice. "Herbert, extend your right hand."

Herbert had to turn around. His right hand was clenched into a fist and he refused to let go.