1. The Plain Girl Chapter 4 - Claire's Song


    Date: 11/27/2015, Categories: Love Stories, Author: xreynolds, Source: LushStories

    ... self-deception is totally defeated. For if every wound thus delivered, is not held firmly in view, it becomes the point of growth for an even more dangerous enemy. In the world there are far too many dragons, and not enough St. Georges. It is n the ebb and flow of memory and forgetfulness we inch our way forward. “I’m sure it will come as no surprise to Martin that you want to meet him,” Claire said. “You know of course, that I’m not a music talent,” Matt replied, “but he seems to be about much more than just that.” “I never met anyone who knows as much about medicine and healing he does, or about anything else for that matter. You will be fascinated by what he will share with you.” There was a long pause in their conversation. It was interrupted by the ringing of a telephone. They looked at each other. Mine or yours? Back to the mundane… The search for the phones ensued. Now both were ringing. As Claire darted into the bathroom with hers, Matt answered his. It was the hospital. Claire popped her head from behind the bathroom door and said smiling, “It’s Karla. I’m afraid she still has one leg stuck in high school.” As Matt scrambled to get dressed he replied, “Storm news: They’re short staffed at the hospital and a big accident on the Interstate. I gotta go.” “Well, I’d like to keep you for myself, you know. But I’d be quite proud to share you with the world.” That earned her a kiss that promised that she would be with Matt wherever he went. “Matthew, you better get goin’,” she said, still holding her hand over the phone as she held it up. “By Karla’s measuring, I’m sure I’ve got no less of a catastrophe here to deal with. Will I see you tomorrow?” “And miss finding out what’s up with Karla? No way!” He smiled as he turned and headed for the door.
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