The Outcome of a Tragedy

Set in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina in the 1900s, The Outcome of a Tragedy is a narrative that depicts how a small group of unrelated people unite and form a strong family unit. They are faced with many obstacles. Nevertheless, Love and commitment are demonstrated time and time again throughout their lives. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- It's a sunny but breezy Thursday morning in March as Ray heads for town. He drives along whistling while enjoying the scenery. He notices the various colors of the wildflowers and absorbs the sweet aroma of the honeysuckle. The sky is a captivating blue, and disheveled white clouds hover softly beneath. Ray seems to be enjoying the countryside today more than usual. However, he could not have predicted how this day would affect the rest of his life. In the distance, he spies a figure walking along the road with a small bundle. As he comes closer, his heart begins to race when he recognizes the hat and the hair braid. He stops his truck just prior to reaching her. "Hello." Frightened, Sara stops and turns abruptly to see who is speaking. "I hope I didn't frighten you. My name is Ray Hall. I own a farm about two miles back on Route 2. May I ask your name?" She replies, "My name is Sara, Sara Walters." She turns and, with a slight smirk, continues walking. Sara immediately recognizes Ray, of course, since he is the area's most eligible bachelor; but she does not reveal that to him.