Calvin’s grip was firm and urgent, but Jason’s resolve was unshakable. “What are you doing, Calvin?” Jason demanded, his voice carrying a mixture of confusion and anger. The officer, a man who had been like an uncle to him, had a grave expression on his face, one that Jason had never seen before.
“Jason, we need to talk, now,” Calvin whispered urgently, his eyes darting around the room, assessing the reactions of the crowd. He tugged Jason slightly away from the center, towards a quieter corner of the church.