Sacrifice in Shadows
Matthew looked taken aback, hurt even, but he shook it off fast, turning his gaze away.
There she was, the assistant, decked out in a gown that Matthew had made just for her. One would say that clothes make a person; she was the epitome of grace and elegance. That made me, in my simple clothes and wheelchair, look plain in comparison.
She came over, smiling, and said, "Wendy, happy anniversary."
She thought I did not notice, but after her words, she sneaked a touch on Matthew's hand behind his back.
"Mr. Larson, everything you've asked for is ready. Countdown starts now... Three, two, one!"
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