Epilogue (1)

Julius’s POV

Friday January 10th, 2020; 2pm

I smile as the tall frame of my son in law stops and knocks on my open door.

“You wanted to see me?”

“Yes sir. Please come in.”

He steps inside the room but only manages to close the door halfway before the demons of his past creep back upon him.

“I would prefer this to be a private conversation but if closing the door makes it feel like you’re going to be punished then I encourage you to keep it open.”

I speak my true feelings as he slowly turns around. The look of disbelief on his face. While it takes him several deep breaths he does manage to shut the door by the time I’ve stood from my desk.

“Where would you like to sit?” Once again he’s in disbelief.

“I need you as relaxed and level headed as possible. Where would you be the most comfortable?” I try again.

“The recliner?” He manages to speak after a hard swallow.

I nod and allow him to lead. He chooses