The clouds had darkened threatening more rain when Roland and Jimmy arrived at Jimmy’s house. The cab they took drove into the luxurious compound and pulled over in front of the large fancy building.
Roland looked out the side window, towards the entrance. There were no guards, no vehicles or signs that anyone was still around. The silence had a touch of awe, the kind that sent creeps up the spine.
“Is this the normal state of your home?” Roland said, breath tightening as he turned to meet the boy’s stare. “What about the security officers?”
“I… I don’t know,” the boy stammered, eyes glistening with fear. He pushed the car door open and stepped out.
“Hey, kid,” Roland called after Jimmy who was already on a move for the entrance into the building. His stomach churned, and he quickly p
