COLE

“Hello, sir,” I said as I walked into the office. The police chief was seated in his chair, mulling over some papers when I arrived. He raised his head at the sound of my voice and smiled as he stood to welcome me.

“Thank you for seeing me,” I added, and he shook his head.

“Just doing my job, Mr. Martinez,” he replied, holding out his hand for a handshake. “Have a seat.”

“Thanks,” I said, sitting down. I looked around the office as he put the papers away and cleared his throat.

“I heard about the… um, accident with your brother,” he began, and I shook my head....