Temptation
In the end, it is his own fault: he should not have tempted Isane. He should not have tempted me.
Earlier today, I crushed her attempt to visit the sweet shop: we had just lunched. It seemed effective, until he emerged and enticed us with sweet flavours, alluring colours and expectant voice. I can excuse Isane for cracking beneath his weight. What I would never forgive were my own thoughts. It angered me enough to eye the wooden rod – too weightless, but suitable for now – rip the banner, turn around and not waste any more time.
'Kote!'