Interruption from Above
The silence was broken by Stuart’s sarcastic voice as Arthur completed fixing the final plant. Arthur looked up, unfazed by Stuart’s contempt. “These ‘little plants’ meant something,” Arthur said calmly, knowing Stuart wouldn’t understand. He turned back to his work, avoiding Stuart’s contempt with simple, steady hands. “Still playing with your little plants, Arthur?” Stuart asked from the balcony, his eyes glinting with amusement.
Interruption From Above
Silent Resolve
Arthur felt a brief surge of annoyance, but he suppressed it and maintained his composure. He remained mute and carried on with his work after learning long ago that deeds spoke louder. Above, Stuart continued to blare, tossing flimsy comments like stones that never quite struck. Arthur remained focused, letting the rhythm of the garden soothe him. He made the quiet commitment to leave the garden as a testimony to Jared’s unwavering spirit, deciding that deeds would be his final words.
Silent Resolve
