Now You See Me by Debbie Viguié

Author:Debbie Viguié
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Big Pink Bow

Mal’s father was pleasant all throughout dessert. Shortly after they finished eating Mal offered to walk her home and she was relieved. His father’s words had put her on edge and even though he was being nice she wanted to get out of the house. Once they had gone partway up the street she found herself breathing easier.

“Dad told you to dump me, didn’t he?” Mal asked suddenly, his voice oddly neutral.

She looked at him. “How did you know that?”

“Lucky guess,” he said with a shrug.

“He did. He seems very pessimistic about your chances of surviving very long.”

“I know, and I don’t blame him. I just wish he hadn’t encouraged you to steer clear.”

“Well, if it’s any consolation, I told him I couldn’t do that.”

“You did?” he asked, a touch of surprise in his voice.

She stopped and turned to face him. “Is it that shocking?”

Mal passed a hand through his hair. “Frankly, every second you stay with me is shocking to me. I keep thinking you’re going to come to your senses and run away screaming.”

“You honestly think that?”

“Yeah.”

“Why?”

“Magic sounds fun, I’m sure, but the reality can be pretty brutal. Not everyone is cut out for a life filled with so much stress and uncertainty.”

“As I told your father, life is nothing if not uncertain. That’s why we have to hold on tight while we can,” she said, slipping her arms around him.

“You are one of a kind, Opal, never forget that,” he said softly.

“Oh, trust me, I know. I just don’t want you to forget it,” she said.

“That’s never going to happen.”

“So, what craziness do you have planned for us tomorrow night?” she asked.

“Well, I don’t know about tomorrow night, but what are you doing next Friday night?” he asked.

She raised an eyebrow. “I have a feeling you should be telling me. What do you have in mind?”

He smiled. “I was able to get us tickets to see Caleb Grey perform. He’s going to be in Boston for just a couple of shows.”

“Caleb Grey? The famous illusionist?”

“The very same.”

“He’s not...one of you, is he?”

“I very much doubt it since I’m the only one I know of who thinks that’s a good career for a real magic user. He is, however, one of the greatest illusionists of all time. It would be a privilege to watch his show and a challenge to try and figure out all his tricks.”

“Okay, it sounds like fun. Maybe you’ll get some ideas for your own act.”

“Don’t think that hadn’t crossed my mind,” he said.

“So, what should I wear?”

“He’s appearing at an upscale venue. Evening wear would be appropriate.”

She stared at him for a moment.

“What?”

“I’m from California. Evening wear can either mean jeans instead of shorts or dress like you’re walking the red carpet at a Hollywood premier.”

He laughed. “Sorry. Wear something fancy, but you don’t have to go for the prom dress look. I’ll only be wearing a black suit.”

“Only?” she questioned.

“Yes. I’ll be wearing a tuxedo to Homecoming.”

“Okay, good to know,” she said. “That still doesn’t answer my question about tomorrow, though.

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