The Dark Hallway Jon did not sleep soundly. He rose often during the night, at the urging of his bladder and enlarged prostate. He had learned to make his way, untroubled, do his business and return to sleep without seriously waking himself. All was as it had been, except for the height of his bed … Continue reading Chapter 42 – The Dark Hallway

A Full Table There was not enough time for a nap after his nap. The dinner hour was upon them. Half an hour away. Jon removed his wrinkled trousers and replaced them with a sharply pressed pair. Changed his shirt, combed his hair, rubbed his chin to see if he might need to touch up … Continue reading Chapter 41 – A Full Table

Dr. Karl Sunroom He was there in the Sunroom, like he was an owner, like it belonged to him, though he didn’t impose himself on any of the residents. He just sat there, pleased with himself and his circumstance. He wore a tie and shoes, trying to look like he was professional. ‘Is he trying … Continue reading Chapter 40 Dr Karl

Harriet Mrs. Chin’s old room She was there, on the bed, sitting, legs dangling above the floor, not like their bed at home where her feet could easily slide into her waiting slippers. “What are you doing now?” she asked. “What?” Jon turned his head. There was no surprise to see her there. It was … Continue reading Chapter 39 – Harriet

Rooms Sunday ‘He’s like a scavenger, a carrion, like a vulture ravaging rotting flesh. That bastard Karl taking over Mable Bleakhouse’s room before her bedsheets are even cold.’ Jon leaned his head around the open door; Karl wasn’t home but his things were there. The smell had already stolen away from Mrs. Bleakhouse’s delicate rosewater … Continue reading Chapter 38 – Rooms