Rory McKenzie

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“The Lady In Red” by Rory McKenzie

Submitted to Contest #190

“You’re mad, I can tell.” I shake my head but I can’t shake off the petulance – lips pursed, jaw slung lazily into my palm. Because truth is I am mad. It’s our anniversary and he’s miles away, again. I can tell he hates this as much me, even through the video call I spot the guilt etched between his eyebrows. Doesn’t make it any less shitty. “Erica…” “I’m not mad at you, Michael. Just upset. And I know it’s not your fault,” I add when a response plays on his lips. “Important client, big opportunity.” “And just one more year...

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