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Stupid Cupid

January 29, 2022 4 Comments

By Jonah Newton

The following morning, he awoke on a sandy beach. The sun was shining and his head ached. A crowd of people had gathered around. As he heaved himself up, they bowed before him. Then an elderly member of the crowd spoke.

“O, messenger of the gods,” he said, “welcome to our island. We are honored by your presence.”

“Messenger?”

“Yes, O holy one,” replied the elder. “Long have we awaited your arrival.”

This puzzled him. All he could remember about the Stag Night was the endless beer, the music, and the stupid Cupid costume which he still appeared to be wearing.

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  1. Helen C says

    January 29, 2022 at 7:17 am

    Very funny

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  2. Kevin says

    January 29, 2022 at 8:05 am

    Fine story, could be continued.

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  3. A.M. McKnight says

    January 29, 2022 at 10:54 am

    Good one. Should be continued.

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  4. Michael Talledes says

    January 30, 2022 at 12:02 am

    Definitely didn’t see it going in that direction LOL very funny piece.

    Reply

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