White Spots on My Cheeks Led to an Unwanted Contract

and lavender steam, blocking my view of the window.

“If you do not sign these papers, Martha, you are putting Gary’s entire livelihood at risk.”

I looked down at the cream-colored paper, counting the seconds of silence between us.

“Well, now, Gary has never mentioned any risk to me,” I said, setting the gold pen down on the glass desk.continue reading …