"Detective Chief Luke, I want immunity,"
"Then you'll have to describe the case first to see if you qualify for immunity,"
"OK, then I'll make a hypothetical statement. If we can't reach an agreement, I won't admit to anything. Besides, you might get some inspiration from this. You're so smart, you might just solve the case on your own,"
Luke made a welcoming gesture with his hand.
"You should know that Los Angeles is hierarchical, and the children of the poor are at the bottom. The poorest and blackest kids are at the very bottom, and most black kids have a hard time crossing the social ladder through education and hard work.
Only a very few lucky ones can leap up the social classes by becoming singers, actors, or sports stars. It's not easy and they're often the envy of the other black kids around them.
It's not easy for them to grow up successfully; they need protection and investment.
I may not be a good person, but I do good within my abilities.
