Rekindled Love

“We’re going to have to find a locksmith,” David says, as he assesses the door a burglar had broken through. “I’m so glad you didn’t get hurt, Gloria.” “Me too,” Gloria says, flattered by his concern. David moves closer and wraps his arms around her; she tightens his embrace. It’s been months since David had held her this intimately, and Gloria hopes this unfortunate event will rekindle their love. Last week, she learned online that many burglary victims become more affectionate to those around them. And as David kisses her forehead, she wonders why she hadn’t hatched her plan sooner.