The neighbors flinched, but said nothing. Their bravado faltered under his stare. The officer beside him cleared his throat. “This is your last warning. Stay off his property. If you step foot there again, you will be charged.”
The couple sputtered, muttered under their breath, then turned back toward their house, their garish, patchy hair glowing in the afternoon sun. Arthur remained by the gate until their voices faded behind the hedge.