The Returned

Part 1 Alan walked back and forth through the shop. “Oh, yeah,” he said. “Absolutely amazing.” And they were amazing. His feet had never felt so comfortable. People talk about feeling like they were walking on air. That’s exactly how these felt. “Grin,” he said, returning to the counter where the gnome sat. “You were right. These are the best shoes I have ever worn. Worth every penny of that $600. I was wrong to doubt you.” He reached for his wallet as the gnome rang up the purchase.