The Relationship – Chapter Two (a short story)

Posted by Swati on Mar 7, 2010 in Short Stories

“He’s gotten me flowers every week since we met in college,” declared Claire as soon as they sat down for brunch. “I am just so happy because…” the story continued. She was having trouble listening to Claire. Her throat was tightening and it became harder to take a deep breath. She sat very still, silently [...]

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The Relationship – Chapter One (a very short story)

Posted by Swati on Mar 1, 2010 in Short Stories

She looked up at him, eyes filling. He glanced back at her, and quickly shifted his gaze away. She blinked her tears back. Neither spoke. She began to watch a small piece of fuzz floating peacefully to the couch. Her mind wandered to another time, another man. Tom. Tom was warm and kind. He had [...]

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