““And you went out,” he said, his tone pleased. I said through the bubbles of toothpaste, “Had to. I got a case.” “Want to tell me about it?” After rinsing, I headed back that way, still looking over the file. “That’s a negatory. But I’d like to keep that option open. You know, if I get in trouble.” “So, you’ll be telling me all about it by tomorrow afternoon. Have you talked to your dad?””