The morning was a blur of pain and preparation.
I navigated the kitchen with one good arm, determined to make this party happen.
Despite the pain, I found a rhythm, moving from task to task.
Jason was nowhere to be found, leaving the burden squarely on my shoulders.
The irony wasn’t lost on me.
He wanted a party, and he was going to get one.
But it wouldn’t be the celebration he expected.
With each dish I prepared, an idea formed in my mind.
A silent rebellion, hidden in plain sight.
The guest list was large, friends and acquaintances gathered to celebrate.
