Crouched behind the priest’s car, Joe stared. What was going on? And why was there a dark stain on the man’s t-shirt? He decided: he wanted this on film.
The Shortcut
It took me fifteen minutes to find my way back to my car and then I realized something that sent shock-waves down my spine. I had lost my car keys.
Currently Unemployed
Victor found himself at the front door, reaching for the handle. He had no choice. He would have to punch Noronha (or whoever) in the stomach, and while he was gasping, make a quick exit.
The Deceiver
Po got into his car. He was unsettled by Ian’s gruff attitude. Any ordinary husband would have been concerned and more with a missing spouse.
Guardian Angel
It was not money. What he saw was a digital display nestled in a bed of fine wiring. The full unit was resting on something that looked like wet clay.
Thy Neighbour’s Wife
I was actually lying on my mattress when the bedroom door opened, and right behind my sister, entered the woman of my dreams.
After the Earthquake
The goods you tirelessly worked to collect are with those that need them. These people do not know of the guardian angel that came to their aid. But some of us do. We salute you for your efforts, and we thank you.
Bad Company
As the doors parted, she slipped out, the case against her chest. I crawled out of the lift, scrabbling forward on hands and knees, and let out a strangled cry. “Thief!”
Disclosure
My hand had gone up to cover my mouth. His words burned through my being and as he said something, I turned and saw him looking directly at me.
Rat Trap
It was in all the papers: Sayyed Wassu, India’s most wanted criminal, had been nabbed by a joint team of crack Indian commandos and intelligence agents.
