I'm not lying for you anymore. Derek moved between them. Sarah, unless you want a write up, follow orders. Sarah looked at Robert, then at the passengers. No one else spoke.
Robert was led down the aisle now, Officer Rodriguez on one side, Officer Carter on the other. He walked with his head up, briefcase clutched to his chest. Passengers whispered as he passed. Some said I'm sorry under their breath.
When Robert reached row one, he passed Marcus. Their eyes met briefly. Marcus's face was stone, the slightest shake of his head. Not yet, Dad. Robert understood. He kept walking.