Craving the Wrong Brother
Flashlights went off in different directions, but I walked unfazed to the podium where I grabbed the microphone and began to talk.
“Thank you all for being here today,” I started and everywhere quietened, “it is quite unfortunate that I have to do this just a few days after my father's death and funeral, but certain things can't be pushed back because of the people lurking in the corners, ready to pounce when you least expect it.”
“Are you referring to your half-brother and your ex-wife?”
“You reporters pick up on anything and try to make a story out of it,” I paused, waiting for them to realize I just answered the question. When one person figured it out, I cleared my throat. “No questions