Lucy watched on a beautiful sunny day as the countdown began and then the rocket surged into the ether. unfortunately a minute or so later the rocket burst into flames like a day-time meteor.
"Oh my God," she shouted. Her sister was on the flight.
Karl was in charge. He knew the risks for it was too cold to launch but money talks. He lost the bet and now he and Lucy will be haunted by the harrowing image for the rest of their lives.