Trouble

My heart raced as I anxiously inquired, "What happened? Is he alright?" My voice trembled with worry.

"He's fine. We just need to ask him a few questions about a minor incident at the bar last night. We have to hold him for questioning and he'll have to pay for the damages he caused," the Officer explained.

I felt a mix of concern and disappointment for Elijah's actions. I desperately wanted to know the truth.

Taking a deep breath, I looked at Marcus standing before me. "Could you please take care of Marco for a while?" I asked, trying to maintain a steady voice.

"It's an emergency, Marcus. Elijah is at the police station," I pleaded with him.

"What?!"I asked in disbelief.

"Elijah Is in the police station. I need to go now"I said.

Marcus nodded, his face serious. "I understand. I'll take care of our son and find out what really happened to Elijah."

Grateful for his understanding, I nodded. "I promise I'll inform you as soon as I have any updates."

"Alright," he said, placing a reassur