“Man, that had to be some rough stuff you went through. How are things going for you? I heard you’re still working to get back on some regular duty.” Danny had no desire to hang around and grow increasingly offended by reminders of his injuries and the long road back to recovery. “Something like that. Listen, if he’s out for the day, I’ve got a few others to connect with while I’m down here. Take care, pal.” The man looked like he had more to say, but Danny walked away before he had the chance. Back out on the street, he stewed over a string of missed opportunities. Damn it! The tattooed informant had been killed before Danny could learn more from him. The failure to get back to meaningful work because Mason was limiting his involvement. And now Hammond was a no-show when Danny really

