My Left Hand and His Cold Heart

At the intermission of the concert, when the lights dimmed, Ethan Vance’s hand on mine slowly slipped away.

I stayed in the front row and watched him walk into the side corridor.

He found Chloe Davis there.

He cupped her face, leaned down, and kissed her.

Applause rose around us. Someone nearby said, “Mr. Vance and Mrs. Vance really do have a strong marriage.” Another voice followed, “Even after all these years, they’re still so sweet.”

I stood up and pushed through the crowd.

I walked right up behind them and tapped his shoulder.

Ethan Vance turned.