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Matthew's clothes were as comfortable as possible for what would likely be a stressful day. His jeans were old and faded, his tee quite feminine with its polar bear face done in a cartoon style. Yes he needed comfort. He'd finally see his brother.
The officers scanned him for metal, pat him down in case there were any other hidden presents for their newest resident, and finally escorted him to the cell. A chair sat across from it and he swallowed hard as he sat in it. The officer left as ordered by Braginski. Matthew was at least a little grateful for the man.
Alfred was possibly asleep. Or maybe just dozing. He wasn't quite sure which so he gently cleared his throat. The blue eyes opened so suddenly he was somewhat startled. His brother seemed groggy for a moment before moving suddenly to the bars. His round face pressed between two, dirt smudges going onto pale skin, and Matthew blinked his eyes several times. He couldn't tear up now.
"How are you holding up, brother?"
"So far so good. I'm always hungry, but that can't really be helped, can it?" Alfred grinned impishly in an attempt to get his brother to laugh.
"We'll feed you when you're out. Braginski question you yet?"
"Last night not too long after you left. He was pretty gentle about it. Up until the end."
"What all did he want to know?"
"At first he just wanted to help me or whatever. I told him I did it with a knife. He asked what kind. Man's sharp. I think he's figuring it out."
Of course he is. He reads people too well. Thank goodness he's a clean cop. Matthew thought bitterly as he trailed his tongue along his teeth.
"What if we let him in on it, Al?"
"You think we can?"
"Arthur was an ass and being watched by the feds. His death is a good victory for this area. Maybe we can have him help us out. You know?"
Alfred was quiet for just a few beats. Why so quiet?
"He wants to help me. Seems to think I'm too young for this. Mattie?"
"Yeah bro?"
"Where's the knife?"
"I've got it in a plastic bag back home. They don't suspect anything yet."
"Of course not. You were in Canada. How could you possibly do it?"
Both brothers were smiling at each other and Alfred reached out through the bars, fingers stretching to his brother, and Matthew sank to his knees on the floor. He reached his own hand out and laced their fingers together.
"Your hands are cold, Alfred!"
"I'm all right. Don't you worry." Alfred always said that. He had said that before all of this. Look at how he was now.
Alfred's eyes hardened as he looked past Matthew. The boy turned his head to see Ivan standing there. His sharp eyes watching.
"I'm sorry boys. Time's up. Come on."
You do see us as nothing but poor lambs, hmn Braginski? What would you do if you knew I killed that fucker?
"I love you, Alfred. I'll visit tomorrow. And the day after."
"And the day after that? And after that?" It was like consoling a child.
"Y-Yes. And after that." They smiled at each other before whispering affection again.
Braginski led Matthew away and kindly pretended not to see the tears. They stung his heart something fierce. Gently he led him to his office and eased the boy into a chair. Subtly he nudged a box of Kleenex towards the boy before sitting.
"You know the routine. We'll fetch coffee or whatever else you need, Matthew. So feel free to ask, okay?" The boy simply nodded as he dried his face.
"Thank you, officer. I'm sorry. It's just hard to-"
"It's all right. You're young and this is hard for even the old. Don't worry." He glanced to his clock again. The pendulum swung loudly and even Matthew watched for a moment. They needed to talk.
"What can I do for you, Braginski?" Matthew was good enough to break the silence.
"I imagine you've looked over the file. What do you think?"
"About what?"
"Any of it."
"Arthur Kirkland was molesting my brother."
Ivan was stunned by the bluntness behind the statement, but what good would being gentle do now? He winced and nodded.
"We went through his things once we got the clearance. In his records he had been keeping Alfred for three months, training him for sex, and preparing him for sale. Apparently the buyer was Francis Bonnefoy."
"That's the missing guy, right?"
"That's right. We're still hunting for him."
"Mr. Braginski… I think brother and I need your help."
Braginski remained as still as possible. He didn't want to appear over eager. This was that one moment where the ice melts. If you come too strong you go under and it freezes with you down. Maybe they could get the current going again.
"What can I do for you, Matthew?"
"My brother didn't kill Kirkland. He can't even scold an animal for its wrongdoings. I know he's innocent."
"Look, you're tired and this is hard. Lets go get some breakfast somewhere. My treat?"
You're too good to us, officer. I hope you keep this up. Matthew nodded as he gave a tired smile. This was a beneficial move for him and quite clever for Braginski. By taking him from the office no doubt the man hoped to make him more comfortable to talk. And Matthew would talk all right. And he'd make certain to get what they needed.
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