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The Algebra of Revenge

3/21/2025

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by Paul Lewthwaite

I taught mathematics, but dabbled with him.
When the affair ended, no formula could encapsulate his rage.
The police were useless.
I withdrew from life; silent anger bubbled in my shell of shame.
A year later, I tracked him down.
Subtracting guilt, an equation arose that I could solve.
Fatally.

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Paul is a retired physician living in Scotland with his wife and a small, but all-powerful cat. Occasionally he writes stories, some even get published. Paul's fledgling (and sadly neglected!) website can be found at When Can I Call Myself a Writer?

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Ling Ling link
3/21/2025 12:45:34 pm

Thank you Paul. I like this short narrative. My imagination is
taking me in various directions. Well Done 👍🏽🫶🏽

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Paul
3/21/2025 06:31:19 pm

Thanks, Ling Ling. :-)

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