He then burst into hystericalughter.


    Nathan, ignoring Corys taunts, left the interrogation room with an icy expression.


    Lonnie followed quietly, not daring to speak.


    From a distance, a figure approached.


    Lonnie called out, Sonny! Noticing Nathans somber demeanor, Sonny gestured to Lonnie with his eyes before apanying Nathan to the rooftop.


    The cool night breeze eased some of Nathans agitation.


    Sitting down, Sonny patted the spot next to him.


    Cory still wont confess? he inquired, unaware of what had infuriated Nathan.


    Got any cigarettes? Startled, Sonny clutched his pocket nervously and eximed, Are you crazy? If Lucinda finds out youre smoking again, it wont just be bad for you-Ill be in trouble too! In the Payne family, Lucinda was the dominant force.