"The strong pick on the weak," Hector philosophized over his third Pacifico. I was sipping on my first one, taking it easy. Not that I was minding Vivi. I guess I was still ashamed Melody Tee Shirt had been able to drink me under the table and work her con on me so effortlessly.
Hector continued, "People in a civilized society are supposed to keep that kind of thing from happening. But how do we get the kids to believe it's possible when all they see is the bullies winning everywhere they look?"
"You bum me out, man," I said. "I came all the way over here to get some encouragement. You're doing a helluva job."
"Kids need role models. Strong men who don't have to use their strength to make you want to do the right thing."
(Yes, I know a woman could theoretically do the same, but Hector
