He knocked on her front door as sheets of rain slashed her windows.
“Hi, ma’am, there’s a mighty storm arriving. Can I make your home safe?”
“Oh, yes please, I do need help.” Jennifer made him coffee while he nailed her window shutters and put sandbags at her door.
The wind howled and the sea surged as he finished.
“Come in, it’s too late to return to town.”
He barricaded the door from the inside. “You are remote out here, ma’am.”
She turned and saw a wicked steel knife in his hand. Her breath froze.
“Would you like a mango, ma’am?”
Beautifully set up, with a twist at the end. Or is it? 😉
Ooh I like this. And I would like a mango! The barricade inside was definitely worrisome
Nice setup of the scene. Great twist at the end.
Great story! Amazing how very much one can fit into 101 words!
Great setup–great twist. Love it!
Thoughtful and full of imagery! Thanks!
Great ending!
Thanks for all your supportive comments – I love the challenge of these short stories. xx