As they casually strolled down the street, several people called out to Alex, calling him Dr. Steel. He would wave to acknowledge them, but did not stop. He continued to focus his attention on Angelica. He was pointing out new stores and some old ones. He did not want the outside world to intrude on his time with Angelica.
All at once, he let go of her hand and stood in front of two teenagers coming toward him on skateboards. He held up his hand to signal them to stop. Both boys stopped when they saw him. Alex looked at them sternly before speaking. “Little Oak and Grey Pony, why are you out and about instead of in school?”
“School was dismissed early. Moon Walking said they needed to decorate the building for a welcome home party for Little Flower. She sent me and Grey Pony to pick up s
