Chapter 5
They walked down Ocean Avenue toward the beach without talking, glancing in the windows of the high-end jewelry and clothing stores without stopping anywhere. When they crossed a street, George’s hand strayed to Lou’s elbow, which felt odd but nice. George still wanted to take care of him. As they approached the beach, they met groups of people headed in the same direction. No one as much as glanced at them. The sun was beginning its final descent into the sea and a few high clouds near the horizon promised an interesting tableau to come. “You weren’t kidding about this being an event,” George said. “Does this happen all the time?”
“More people come in the winter when the sunsets are really dramatic. Yesterday and today draw the biggest crowds. Nice that it’s clear and not so c
