The Scent of Secrets

Miriam beamed and nodded eagerly. “Remember to drink it while it's still hot. I'll head back now.”

Donovan glanced at the thermos flask in front of him and picked it up. At once, the strong scent of traditional medicine hit his nostrils.

His allergic reaction caused by misogyny was a vulnerability, a weakness he had to keep hidden. If news of his condition were to spread, it would pose a significa