Time

The machete-wielding man’s grey eyes glazed as he muttered, “The time is now.”

Emily showed no fear.

“Such a silly expression,” she said. “Have you ever wondered about it?” His confusion evident, he lowered his arm. Enough time for Emily to pull a pistol from her purse and shoot.

Apple Gidley, currently living in the Caribbean, is a global nomad who writes historical fiction, essays, and more. applegidley.com