Window to the soul
Would Jeremy reap the reward of his labors?
Jeremy Connor carefully tapped the last section of colored glass into place, completing the gilded key motif.
“Finished at last Jeremy? So good to see our patron saint complete and whole again.”
“Saint Peter, with his key to the gates of heaven” said Jeremy, wistfully.
“Such a shame you won’t be here to see it mounted above the altar.”
“Not such a shame to me, Father” said Jeremy, smiling.
They were both wrong. Three Sundays later, Jeremy stood, admiring his work, the congregation departing.
The chaplain laid a sympathetic hand on his shoulder.
“Time to return to your cell now.”
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This flash fiction tale is a drabble, a story in exactly 100 words. Could you write a story in exactly 100 words? Why not give it a try? Great way to hone your word-choice and editing skills.
Happy writing and thanks for reading.
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Raymond G. Taylor
Author living in Kent, England. Writer of short stories and poems in a wide range of genres, forms and styles. A non-fiction writer for 40+ years. Subjects include art, history, science, business, law, and the human condition.
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Comments (9)
Having not walked that last mile in his own shoes yet.
Nice piece.
Awesome
Great drabble, Ray! I've had a go at some too and quite like the brevity. It's a challenge for sure and you have to be careful choosing your phrasing and having a clear idea of where you want it to end before you begin almost.
I think I lack some context although I do understand your story. Colleen always writes drabbles but I've never tried it hehehe
A successful micro, Ray. Felt complete and the ending was great! I've done a couple with this word limit. They are tough indeed! Might be time to give it another shot.
Such a great little story, Raymond. I wrote a couple of drabble stories here on Vocal. They are fun to write.
Great little story and I did not know that there was such a thing as a drabble. I think that I will give it a try.
I didn't see the end coming. A brilliant short piece of prose.