Sunday Photo Fiction is a weekly challenge presented by my old friend Al Forbes.
The idea is to write a short story (200 word max) inspired by what you see in the picture (below).
This week’s intriguing photo by our mighty leader had surprisingly little impact on my mental state, leaving me as confused as ever.
But befuddlement has never stopped me from writing a short story.
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© Al Forbes
Click here to hear the story read aloud by the author:
Escape
I am doomed.
Even with my legendary ability to wriggle out of the most dire situations, I see no way of escape.
The chains are strong.
The padlocks are secure.
The water level is halfway up my chest, rising steadily.
It is icy cold.
And I am under guard.
Two armed sentries watch me constantly.
Furthermore, ironically, I am on TV.
My family and friends, who have seen me make the impossible look easy, are viewing live pictures.
Sadly, they are helpless to assist.
The message is clear.
Do not mess with The Family.
I make one last effort.
Any room for manoeuvre, anywhere?
Chains?
Negative.
Padlocks?
Negative.
The water is almost at my chin.
I am doomed.
Unless…
Hmm, I have an idea.
Well done. Sounds like he will get himself out of trouble, at least for the moment.
There is always a third way, I find
Oh! A cliffhanger. You conjured quite the tale in such a short space. 🙂
Glad you enjoyed, Mandie, always a pleasure to hear from you
Oh sure. “I have an idea.” And it ends there. Oy.
Well I have several, James, and I am sure you can think of a couple too, yes?
Taut suspense has been built. Superb story, Ceayr.
Thank you, Neel, always very kind
Whatever the solution, it will make good TV
Thank you, please tell your friendly local producer of programs!
Great suspense! What happened next?
Well, I had a light lunch of ham and cheese, accompanied with carottes rapées and taboulé, then went for a walk along the Forbidden Jetty.
Thanks for asking!
I have no idea what his idea would be.
DJ
Then it is jolly lucky you are not in this predicament, Danny!
Better be a good idea, and a quick one.
It is, and it is
Love the suspense! 😀
I am happy, thank you
I like a happy ending! Nice one.
Click to read my tale
Maybe not for The Family
Sounds like he will be free to mess with the family again soon. Good story CE.
There’s always a third way, Al!