A Revelation (2)

The old man's voice dripped with hostility and smugness as he continued, "You believe he's in love with you? Look closer. This is the love of his life..."

Nora's jaw tightened as she saw the picture in front of her and she looked at the old man even as her eyes turned red, feeling the sting of the old man's words. 

"I don't understand why you're showing me this. What's your game?" Nora spoke slowly.

The old man leaned back, a sinister grin playing on his lips. "Game? Oh, my dear, no game. I just want you to see the truth. My grandson is infatuated with your appearance, nothing more. You're a passing fancy, and I won't let you delude yourself into thinking otherwise."

Nora looked down at the picture again, feeling as if many of her previous questions had been finally answered. However, she still found the reality difficult to accept. The couple in the picture looked much in love.