She knew it was coming. She had known for some time. So she wasn’t surprised when he asked her to keep Friday free. And she wasn’t surprised when they pulled up to Petite Syrah. And even when he pulled the blue velvet box from his blazer, she was not surprised.
They’d been dating for six years, they lived together, they had a cat named Gus, and a joint bank account. This was the next step. Then a house. Then babies. Then retirement. Then death.
She knew it was coming.
So when he asked, and she answered “No,” they were both surprised.
Clever commentary on the downsides of removing wonder from our lives. Well done.
That surprise ending caught me–well, totally by surprise. Great job.
Very nice work!
The ending caught me too! Brilliant!
Great ending.
The ending surprised me! Well done!
Not just a twist in the tale – but one that makes you think – great job.