What’s Done is Done“Jimmy, I’m so happy you stayed, but I’m worried about all this talk of violence. I did my thinking and I’m accepting that you are who you are, but all I ask is that you don’t take the lead. If the time comes for fighting, you follow O. B. and the other men.”
“I will, Mercy, but I hope it doesn’t come to that. People are saying there’s a chance this will end peacefully.”
“That’s what they call ‘wishful thinking,’ but who knows, maybe things will stay calm. Glory is coming over here to stay with Joshua and me, so don’t worry about her. Remember, promise me you won’t be the first one fighting or leading the charge.”
Jimmy walked over to Mercy, pulled her close, and confirmed his promise with a deep kiss. When he opened his eyes, he tilted his head sideways ever so sligh
