Surveying His Handiwork
Wiping his brow, Mike finally surveyed his handiwork. Despite acknowledging its somewhat underhanded nature, he felt a sense of pride in what he had accomplished—a work of genius in his mind. Now, all that remained was to discreetly reintroduce the backpack.
Carefully placing it on the rack where Taylor usually left it, Mike hoped that she wouldn’t notice any tampering at all. Uncertain of what he would uncover, the father prepared for the revelation that awaited him.