Brian felt somewhat embarrassed under the odd gaze of the fierce old man.
He explained earnestly, "Old man, as you know, I'm an Autopsy Officer, and I also do some biological research work on the side, like specimen preparation. My wife likes to collect trophies of hunted animal heads as well, so having garbage disposal equipment is..."
"You don't need to explain that to me."
The fierce old man waved his hand. "A wood chipper would do too, although I don't know how you managed to suppress the out-of-control Old White, but this is considered a meritorious deed. Come on, help me take Old White to the wood chipper..."
Brian listened with growing unease.
He blocked the old man's path, "Wait a second, you're going to chip your old companion?"
