Shadows of the Vow
He gave me his right hand, I took it and he helped me up.
“It's okay sir. You'll get over it, just as we all have gotten over it with the help of Christ.” He consoled me, as I slowly stood.
How do I even explain to them that I killed my own son? The one all of us are mourning.
The Reverend father led me into his office, his hand steady on my shoulder, as though touching me did not stain him.
The room smelled of aged books, sandalwood, and something warm I could not name. He gestured for me to sit, and I obeyed, still trembling.
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