Slow Slow Stop
This is for the Microfiction Magic Challenge. You can read about it in The Link. The Prompt: Write a micro-fiction story in just 50 to 100 words
The computer was getting slower
He wasn't sure whether it was the broadband connection or the innards of the device.
He needed this to work correctly to get the application finished or he wouldn't get paid.
If he didn't get paid he could not eat or pay his rent.
The computer had ground to a complete halt.
He couldn't afford to buy a new one, he needed to fix it.
Reluctantly he took the side of the computer and he saw the problem.
The hamster had died!!
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Mike Singleton π Mikeydred
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Comments (40)
+ ERROR + + SPIN WHEEL TO RE-BOOT+ ππππ
yeah had to get my fixed too, and rewrite an entire story. well done
Dang... That hamster is symbolic. Well done.
What a great story Mike! I wasn't ready for the twist at the end, well done!
π Time to update ! Good one Mike.
Great work ππΌ
That damn hampster! Well done! β€οΈ
Great voice coming through and love the ending! A fun read!
Lolβ¦I donβt think I need to say more.
This is amazing... Nice work!!!
Congrats Mike. Gave me a chuckle.
Oh My Godπ π π
Congratulations ππ
Short and succint
Congratulations on Top Story!
Nice oneπ
Lol π well played!
Ingenious brother, congratulations on top story πβ€οΈ
I love it !
If only it were that simple. Congrats on a TS.
Congrats on a well-deserved Top Story! made me chuckle!
Congratulations on Top Story, Mike!
Good one! π₯
I'm surprised it took this long. Congratulations!
Congratulations on Top Story!!