ANGEL
When she awoke, Ta’Kall wasn’t in the bedroom. Instead, he was parked in front of her computer. Images flashed across the monitor, too fast for her to see much less comprehend. He was aware of her entering the room and turned around to smile at her.
“Hah-dah.”
“Happy?”
“Happy?”Dane laughed. “Yes. I’m happy. Ready to finally make that trip to the grocery store?”
While he dressed, she retrieved the phone where she’d left it in the kitchen. A glimpse of the app showed it glowing green. Hope was online but not observing. Dane sighed. The time she had left with Ta’Kall could be measured in hours now. Maybe minutes. Regardless, she’d treasure whatever moments they had left together.
They went to the supermarket first. Ta’Kall was fascinated by the abundance. With her urging, he picke
