It's A Wonderful Life

A cane struck the cobblestone street rhythmically as Ira meandered down the main square. His heels thumped loudly on the stonework, his long coat swishing around his body. It was about to rain; clouds covered the sky and the scent of water almost smothered him. Over his head, he held a black umbrella, slowly spinning it as he walked to his destination. When he reached a crosswalk, he stopped and waited for the lights to change.

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