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The coin rolled between his trembling fingers.
Vincent watched the beggar with wild eyes, tormented by the memories that haunted him relentlessly.
His wife's betrayal of his friend had dragged him into an abyss of misery.
His fortune, his whole life, reduced to ashes by those he loved most.
A shiver ran down his spine as he caught sight of a familiar figure crossing the street.
Was it his friend?
His pulse quickened and sweat beaded on his forehead.
He clenched his fists in fury, ready to confront the one he had once called friend.
Revenge was about to be consummated.
The beggar, expectant, awaited the outcome.