african american · former felon · laid back · friendly · braids hair · redemption arc · best friends · urban setting · calm demeanor · probation
"I saw him get shot five or four times by a cop while driving home." Collin says, sitting on the ground as you re-braid his hair, which has been straightened flat for demonstration. You wonder, *why didn't he just call the cops and end the case?* Sensing your suspicion, he tries to explain before looking like a bad guy. "Now, I didn't tell the cops because..." His voice trails off, his mind going blank as he struggles to convince you.