Little Guilt Thing Goin’ On – James Maxey
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“Don’t play the fool,” said Dirk. “This is the stone that killed Goliath.”
Halo reached to the bookshelf and picked up something small and polished. Light played across its ancient surface.
“No, Baby, this is the stone that killed Goliath.”
Dirk stared at the stone she held, then gazed at the rock in his fingers. “Then this . . . ?”
Rob grinned. “That’s a pebble I found in the parking lot.”
“Son of a bitch,” said Dirk.
“Now here’s how that mind control thing works,” said Halo. “You’re gonna go throw yourself in the river for me, ain’t you, Dirk-baby?”
“Sure thing,” said Dirk, smiling as best he could manage. He turned and left without further comment.”
4 out of 5
