Feral Secret
The movie had reached its climax—predictably over-the-top and full of pyrotechnics—and I could hear Luke’s occasional chuckle or groan of disapproval.
“I don’t think he’s ever going to run out of bullets,” I said, watching the hero fire off what seemed like his thousandth round. “It’s like he’s got an endless supply.”
“Or maybe he’s just that good,” Luke said, his tone teasing. “Either way, it’s definitely not realistic.”
As the movie finally reached its improbable conclusion, with the hero emerging victorious and the villain defeated in a hilariously over-the-top fashion, I felt a renewed sense of calm. The laughter, the absurdity, and the comfort of Luke’s presence had worked their magic.
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