Betrayal and Anger Don’t Cover It
With Greg’s car out of sight, the neighbors saw their opening. Their excitement buzzed with a mix of defiance and thrill as they sneaked into his yard. At first, they moved quietly, hoping to avoid Jeanne’s watchful eye. But once word spread that she was also away for the weekend, the caution faded.
They made their move, confident they had nothing to fear. When he returned on Sunday, the damage was clear. Wet footprints stained the ground, and air mattresses were scattered in a careless heap. Standing there, staring at the mess, Greg felt his trust shattered. How could his neighbors betray him like this?