Scars Of A Broken Bond

Rarely did she succumb to the embrace of inebriation, yet today seemed to beckon it with a siren’s call, blurring the boundaries of her consciousness.

Three young gentlemen made their entrance, their eyes scanning the dimly lit expanse of the bar with purpose. It didn’t take them long to spot Sabrina amidst the subdued ambiance.

Wordless communication passed between the trio as they made a beeline for Sabrina’s table.

“Dear lady, why do you sip your sorrow in solitude?” remarked a man with stylish, spiky hair, as he gracefully settled into the seat opposite Sabrina. His gaze, slightly intoxicated, found her beauty irresistible.

The other two gentlemen positioned themselves, one to her right and the other standing tall to her left.

Sabrina carefully lowered her glass, regarding the trio with a hint of consternation. She spoke with a modicum of annoyance, “Excuse me, I seek solitude in this moment. Would you kindly refrain from disturbing me?” The intrusion felt particularly irksome in the broad light of day. Infuriating, indeed.

“Hey, if there’s sorrow that burdens your heart, share it with us and we shall endeavor to alleviate it,” the man implored, his companions nodding in agreement.

vexed, repeated her plea, “I insist, please, just leave me

temple, seeking respite from the

choose not to depart?” boldly inquired the man, his audacious words hanging in the air like

pause, Sabrina, swaying slightly, mustered the resolve to rise from her seat, intent

the left

dear beauty? I shall accompany you,” he declared

“To settle the bill.”

to concern yourself with the tab,” the

linger

raised her voice,