While I Bled He Chased Sparks

Simon was the most celebrated fireworks designer in the country.

In our seven years together, I had hinted a thousand times that I wanted a show created just for me.

Every time, he’d simply run his fingers through my hair with a soft chuckle.

"Next birthday, babe. I’ll design the most beautiful show you’ve ever seen."

On the night of my birthday, my heart hammered with anticipation as I rushed down to the coast.

But beneath the canopy of blazing colors, I saw Simon. He was holding Daphne, his arms wrapped tightly around her.