Black night shielded him from prying eyes as he stole through the village to the temple, heavy club clutched in the sweaty palm of his hand. He tried to calm himself, but ragged breaths broke the stillness and his heart pounded, sounding like thunderous drums…
I was 17 and nearing the end of my junior year of high school. As it was every spring, my life was a bit crazy. Basketball season had just ended, but already I was involved in rehearsals for the upcoming spring musical. I had a…