Lulled conversation
Conversation faded when the main dish was served. As everyone concentrated on their dishes, the noise level in the room decreased for a short while. In other situations, the scent of roasted chicken and seasoned veggies would have been enticing, but in this case, it served as a brief break from the verbal abuse. I knew better than to let my guard down, though. Sandra was never one to pass up another chance to attack me.
Lulled Conversation
New attack
‘So, how’s work?’ Sandra turned to me, seeing an opening. Are you still having trouble with that small project of yours?
Her eyes seemed to be staring at me, waiting for me to falter. “Work’s going quite well, thank you for asking,” I said gently, holding my breath. Even though my answer was neutral and well-polished, it didn’t make her patronizing sneer go away. Her measured mockery made it obvious that tonight would be yet another endurance test.
New Attack
