CHAPTER 99: SHIFTING VIEWPOINT EXTENDING TIME

~ MARIA BELGRAVE~

“Stop trying to change the subject.” Of course, if I change the subject, he can’t control the narrative. This is so predictable. I’m sorry, old man. Modern woman broke your code last century and we’ve been passing on the cheat sheet.

“Change the subject? How is that changing the subject Raoul? I’m not changing anything. I’m clarifying the subject. You’re using me as a target for your pain. But hey here’s a better idea. How about try something like grief counseling? Killing me won’t stop your pain and you’ll only make things worse. Because then you’ll have my death on your hands.” Not the best thing to say. I can see now David isn’t coming back in time to save me. So, I’m saving myself or getting this over.

The man by the bed appeared ready to explode. His face looked alarming now. A deep red glowing flush filled his face in his anger.

I had to resist pulling my feet away from him. That might trigger him.