Chapter 25

“Several of my customers,” Arthur explained, “are on the force here. Two of them, detectives, are friends. Now, I can’t guarantee they can get any information on your witnesses, Kev, even if they’re willing to try. I will talk with them and sort of prod them into doing it.”

“Thanks, Dad,” Kev replied. “It could be a wild goose chase, but if they can, it might tell us something.”

“Especially if you, well weknow either of them,” Neil added.

“Chances are I won’t,” Kev pointed out.

“Whether you do or not, names could help you,” Arthur said. He finished his coffee and got up. “I’d better get back inside. People expect me to meet-and-greet, if they’re regulars. It was good to meet you, Neil. If you can, push Kev into coming to visit a bit more often.”

“I will. It was nice to have met you as well.”

Arthur paused long enough to give Kev a hug, reiterating he should visit more than twice a year, and left.

“He’s a nice man,” Neil said.