A Sketch by Jean-Pierre Martinez
An old man is sitting, leaning on an umbrella. An old woman approaches. She sits next to him and takes his hand. He allows it, a little surprised.
Her – A bit of calm, it feels good, doesn’t it?
Him (not contradicting) – Yes…
They enjoy this moment of serenity.
Her – Do you remember our first vacation?
Him – No…
Her – Now, for us, it’s like a vacation every day…
Him – Yes…
Her – Did you take your pills?
Him (surprised) – No…
Her (handing him a box) – Here, I brought them for you.
Him – Thank you… (He takes a pill and swallows it, then looks at the box.) It’s for the heart…
Her – Yes…
Him – Mine is more for memory…
Her – Those are my husband’s medications…
Him – Then I must not be your husband…
She looks at him offended, lets go of his hand, and stands up.
Her – You could have said that earlier!
She leaves, upset. He watches her go.
Black.
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