The door opens and Braden is face to face with Miss Jackson, Percy's mother. She steps aside and he walks in. There is no presence of Percy in the small apartment building but yet, he is everywhere. Sally leads him into the kitchen and they both take a seat at the table. She stares at the empty seat to Braden's right.
Percy's seat.
"How are you, Miss Jackson?"
She laughs, but it is utterly devoid of any emotion. "I've been better." She stares up at the ceiling. "I saw you at Percy's funeral."
Braden nods once. "Yes, I was there."
"I think I know why you came here."
"You do?"
"Yes," she says. "You want to understand."
"Yes," Braden nods.
"Okay, I will help you understand."
I am so sorry it is incredibly short, but I have been studying for my revolutions exam non-stop! And it's tomorrow, so wish me luck, xo.