The Mill River Recluse
“Even with all-wheel drive, his truck strained as it rolled through almost nine inches of new snow. He pulled around to the side of the house and removed his key to the back door from his coat pocket. His hand trembled as he inserted it into the lock. The house was still and silent except for the faint ticking of the grandfather clock in the parlor. Father O’Brien wiped his shoes on the doormat and proceeded quietly through the house, up a sweeping marble staircase to Mary’s bedroom. He could ha...ve walked this route blindfolded. But today was different. He took each step carefully, keeping a hand on the banister. He paused for a moment at the door before stepping inside. Her adjustable hospital bed faced the bay window opposite him. The bed was in a slightly upright position to enable her to see out the window, and Father O’Brien had to step in front of the bed to see her. His breath caught in his throat as he came around and whispered her name. “Mary?” She was gone. Mary lay in the bed, her eyes closed and her hands resting gently in her lap.MoreLess
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