Mr. Alan Roberts had just come from a meeting when he finds Mr. Mortimer waiting for him in his office. While not exactly friends because of their financial and social status, having been born and lived in Alpequa all their lives, both men know and respect each other. In fact, they respect each other a lot. Mr. Alan Roberts is a good man, and so is Mr. Mortimer. This makes it difficult. The man adores his wife.
“Trevor,” Mr. Roberts greets the other gentleman, coming to him to shake his hand. “What a nice surprise. How are you holding up?”
Mr. Mortimer stands up and shakes Mr. Roberts’ hand. “Not easy,” he says, with a tired smile. “Thank you for asking, though.”
“Of course,” Mr. Roberts says, motioning for Mr. Mortimer to sit before sitting across from him. “What can I do for you, man?
