Below the building, a faint halo of light projected in from the entrance, falling on the two figures seemingly in an intimate moment, and the sight pierced Jocelyn Carrington's heart like a needle.
Rowdy Brightwill's hand was on Flossie Wright's shoulder. The gesture seemed affectionate, but the force in his grip was not light, making Flossie's shoulder throb with pain.
Actually, the moment Rowdy first approached her, Flossie was alert. Unfortunately, her cane and injured foot inhibited her motion. Initially, she couldn't keep up with him, and then the force he exerted on her shoulder distracted her. When she finally reacted, Rowdy's face inflamed with rage was painfully close – so close that Flossie could feel his slightly fast-paced breathing.
