Johnny put the last screw into the door handle before pushing the door shut. He heard it latch with satisfaction, happy that the thing was finally repaired. He let out a contented sigh, turning to put his screwdriver into the tool box when the door of the apartment burst open, splintering at the frame. "My principal is the fuckin' devil, Pops," Billy said, throwing his backpack onto the floor next to the table.
"I'm certain that he's not..." Johnny closed his eyes wearily, propping his hands on his hips. "Why did you get suspended this time?"
"Arthur Harrison jumped me in the bathroom, sayin' I murdered Dave, Steve, and Gary. I punched him in the mouth, and he went and told Principal Cupps! Just 'cause I was there when they died doesn't mean I did it."
