It would have been good if his facial expression seemed pitiful because he was staring guiltily at her as he walked closer to her while she was still seated on the bed.

"Gladys." He called in a whispery manner, while Gladys tried not to look offended at what he had done.

Although she was dying to ask why he did that, still she didn't want to add to his guilt.

"You coming from the station?" Gladys asked sounding casual.

"Yes. Babe." He continued. "I know I have offended you by wanting to let Natasha come out on bail without discussing it with you first, and I... I am sorry. I---."...