James's Threats: A Short Story

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Several days went by without incident, Andrew and Margaret began thinking James’s threats were nothing more than idle threats. Knowing they were returning him to prison, he would never have an opportunity to hurt them. Often times, Andrew and Margaret became careless regarding their surroundings. One morning, Andrew went to get the morning paper and noticed a small box lying on the porch. Picking it up, he went back in the house calling out, “Hey, Margaret, someone left us a surprise.” Remembering the threats as she entered the family room, Margaret called out, “Andrew, don’t shake it. It might be a bomb! I am going to call the police?” “Don’t call them, I’m not going to let anyone intimidate me,” he said, opening the

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