Well, getting back to my real life after 6 weeks with the grands and my daughter/son-in-law took a bit more than I expected; I missed last week. I came home to a million tiny fires to tend and our 23rd Oscar costume party. Glad to get back to some flash fiction and the fabulous Fictioneers! Thanks Rochelle for always tending the fires here. Thanks to CE Ayre for this weeks photos.
© CEAyr
Fade To Black
“I don’t believe in foolish superstitions.” Ella swatted the air with disdain. “Black cats are only that: black cats. No different than a white cat, or one with spots. It’s nothing.”
Brian narrowed his eyes as she spoke. “Just being together is a risk; your family will never allow it. This seems like another sign.”
She laughed. “My family can’t stop us. Don’t let them get in your head.”
“Seriously? Tell me again what your brothers did to the last guy you got serious with–– then tell me not to worry about a black cat blocking our getaway.”
(98 words)
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Sounds like he has good reason to be a little paranoid!
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I’m not entirely sure as to what that story is, but this came fully fledged when I saw the picture. It’s the fun in this!
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A new take on an old theme, and I’d take heed of that feline warning from the sound of the brothers. Good to have you back, Dawn.
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Thanks Sandra; your feedback is much appreciated.
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I get the feeling whatever they did to the last guy wasn’t pretty.
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I think you’re right. 😉
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ps. Paste was what they used to use to make fake jewels.
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Interesting!!
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Nasty brothers, I guess they’ve got wheels and could do a runner…
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Sure seems likely. I’m more intrigued with what this love affair is about… still figuring it out. 😉
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Brilliant, the characters not ready to tell you yet?
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Reblogged this on Vijayagiri views.
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Thanks so much for sharing my work, Udayagiri!
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Ah, Romeo, Juliet, and a scooter. Shakespeare shoulda thunka that too!
PS no ‘e’ in Ayr
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Thanks for catching that CE. I know there’s no ‘e’, but missed the typo. Thanks for reading.
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Uhm, that family sounds dangerous. But somehow I can’t shake the feeling that he’s looking for excuses. Not much Romeo in that one.
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Exactly! He’s not some whipped guy, who will die for his love… and it’s unclear that it’s a safe love anyway. Good catch G!
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Guess he’s not convinced enough in their relationship… if so, he might “risk” the brothers!
Good one, Dawn!
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Good take, Dale; thanks for taking the time. 🙂
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😀
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I’m with you pal – go find someone with a dog or a hampster!
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Lol! That seems wiser. 😉 Thanks for taking the time, Keith.
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Dear Dawn,
I enjoyed this. I can imagine why he has reservations about a serious relationship with her. We do marry the family, whether we like it or not. 😉 Well done.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Indeed we do! Like it or not… 😉 Thanks Rochelle!
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Sounds like he has reason to be suspicious…
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I think so too! 😉
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Smart man–he should trust his common sense on this one!
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Sometimes you have to trust your gut, but sometimes there are plenty of clues!
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Uh oh – definite signs of a commitment phobia there. She should kiss him goodbye. Although he may have grounds for being nervous if the brothers are as scary as he seems to think.
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I think it’s more of the 2nd than the first… 😉 Thanks Margaret!
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Spunds like he’s not being superstitious at all, but justifiably worried for his own skin! Great story Dawn
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Thanks so much Lynn!
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My pleasure Dawn
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It’s not just superstition… I would have been very concerned even with a pink cat.
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Lol! Maybe a pink cat is even more reason to be concerned! Thanks, Björn.
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LIke a pink elephant perhaps 🙂
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Yes!
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Just because you are paranoid doesn’t mean no one is out to get you.
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That’s for sure! Not enough people get that, in my opinion. Thanks, Dawn.
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