Serena’s POV

The cops quickly step in, forcefully separating Bill from Doris. One officer, his hand hovering near his taser, eyes Bill with caution. “Sir, step back now,” he commands, his voice firm and authoritative, making it clear that he’s ready to intervene further if necessary.

Bill raises his hands up in a gesture of compliance and says calmly, “Alright, alright, I’m stepping back.”

I can almost hear the electric hum from the officer’s taser. Just ...