“Good enough for me,” Javier responded dryly. Checking his watch, he immediately grew impatient with the passage of time. He reached down and picked up his pack. With a quick nod to Jack he said, “Shall we?” “After you. It might take me a while to get this to the car,” Jack responded with a smile, hoping to improve Javier’s saddened mood once more. Walking quickly to Jack’s side, Darrien said, “Let me help you with that, sir.” “By the way, Darrien, I’m Jack and this is Javi,” he said, pointing as Javier jumped into the front seat. “Very pleased to make your acquaintance,” Darrien said, now shaking Jack’s hand. Turning and facing Jack, Darrien asked in a hushed tone, “Sir, does the gentleman not care for me? He walked past without greeting me.” Leaning in and speaking quietly, Jack responded, “He’s an escaped murderer.
