My Husband Wants Me Dead novel (Esther and Bradley)

“It’s 26 dollars,” said the wife.

Bradley had an excellent memory. He had seen the menu and knew the dishes she had served amounted to 30 dollars.

“Isn’t it 30 dollars?”

“The beer is on the house for you.”

“No need.”

Bradley paid the original price.

Just a few steps away, his stomach started feeling uncomfortable. Suddenly, everything went black, and he collapsed.

The stall owners abandoned their cooking and rushed to him. One called 911, while the other supported Bradley.

Soon, an ambulance took Bradley to the hospital. After an examination, the doctor learned that Bradley had a bad stomach, aggravated by beer and stimulating food tonight.

Even though Bradley had his phone, it couldn’t be unlocked, so the stall owners had to pay for his medical expenses.

Only after the doctor took over Bradley’s care did the stall owners leave the hospital.

scent of disinfectant. He opened his eyes, looking at the bright light above. The events just before he had

asked.

out the IV needle from his

condition is serious. You

asked the nurse

you here already took care of your

running a late-night barbecue stall, could make so little

it’s me. I’m at the hospital.

–

hour later, Dylan arrived

got in and directed Dylan, “I’ll

“Okay.”

instructions, Dylan arrived across from the

you see this couple

Dylan nodded. “Yes.”

their names and phone numbers. Tomorrow, buy

“Alright,” Dylan replied.

street had never expected that their simple act