At last, the boy’s small hand reached out, cautiously retrieving the notebook. Kevin watched every movement with heightened anticipation, his pulse racing as if it were in sync with the boy’s nervous fidgeting. The child’s unease was palpable, making Kevin’s concern grow with each passing second.
What could be causing such distress in the young boy? Slowly, the boy returned the notebook, his fingers trembling slightly. Kevin’s heart raced as he quickly read the note scrawled across the page: “Don’t talk.”