Average Maverick

The Introduction

   Twas' the Autumn of 2010, a blanket of grey draped across the sky - giving the impression that this day was going to be, yet another, average day in the city of Osthurst. The burst of auburn, amber and crimson coloured leaves were the only clear specks of colour in this grey-scale city.
   Amongst the floods of rushing people stood a man hunching over his phone; at first glance he looked like any other citizen in Osthurst. I suppose looks can be deceiving, as this man was quite far from a simple bloke. Yet no one knew... not even himself. He went by the name of Maverick Vanderbilt.
   "Move out of the way, dimwit!" an impolite passerby exclaimed.
   Vanderbilt gave no attention to their comment. He had received a text message and was trying to figure out how to read it. After a few minutes of frustrating taps and clicks, Maverick managed to open the text.
  It read,

  "Maverick, this message is in regard to our matrimonial issues. Unfortunately I cannot bear to say this to your face, so this was my next option. I have filed a divorce. Our time together has been rather bland and I would like a husband that is more exciting and spontaneous. I do hope you understand that this isn't out of hatred and I would like to remain acquaintances in the future. The court date is Thursday, next week at nine o'clock sharp. I'll see you there."

   Heartbroken and confused, Maverick read the message over and over until eventually he felt a small tear drop spill down his bitter, crisp, red cheek. With a swift move he wiped his glossy eye dry. Then away he slumped - head down - contemplating what he would do without his beloved wife.
   As he stumbled along the pavement towards his workplace; the streets of Osthurst suddenly felt darker than usual.

A/N: Although this sounds like the end of the story, Mavericks life is about to get a lot more interesting, or depressing - depending on what you're in to. If you have any questions, queries or suggestions etc. feel free to express them in the comment section :) I hope you enjoy my story (and sorry that this 'chapter' is short).