Chapter 114: Trouble at the Bar

Melvin heaved to his feet, hulking like an old water buffalo, swaggering with the cocky menace of a street punk. The sight put Nixon on edge. But he was a man with backbone; backing down wasn't an option. He cleared his throat and gave Melvin a steady, serious look. "This is my girlfriend. Show some respect," Nixon said, yanking Marie behind him. Marie looked startled, a flicker of hope in her eyes. Melvin snorted coldly and stepped in until they were nose to nose, face all menace. "Kid, do you...