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The Count

April 7, 2015 9 Comments

The Count by Bunmi Oke

By Bunmi Oke

“22, 22, 22…” Erect posture, clean-shaven face, well-manicured, nails and suited up in a spot-on pinstripe grey suit, nothing calls his sanity into question–except for the numbers he keeps muttering to himself like some mantra: “22, 22…”

When a curious and officious pedestrian challenges him he sidesteps but to no avail. A stalemate of sorts. Only that when the challenger persists, drawing closer, too dangerously close, three spontaneous holes adorn his back. No one in the park has to teach the others how to take flight.

The mutterer tucks the smoking gun away, buttons up and resumes count; “23, 23…”

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  1. Patience says

    April 7, 2015 at 6:15 pm

    This is awesome! I love twist endings especially when done with so few words. Great story! 🙂

    Reply
    • bunmioke says

      April 8, 2015 at 6:41 am

      Thanks so much for the pleasant words, Patience.

      Reply
    • bunmioke says

      April 8, 2015 at 6:43 am

      Thanks very much for the pleasant words, Patience.

      Reply
  2. Tolulope Kumuyi says

    April 8, 2015 at 5:57 am

    Now, we know what he’s been counting. Lol.
    I like the story – Spot on.

    Reply
    • bunmioke says

      April 8, 2015 at 6:44 am

      Haha. I’m grateful for the comment, Tolulope.

      Reply
  3. Miki says

    April 9, 2015 at 6:27 am

    Nice one Bunmi. You just hit it! My favourite.

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  4. bunmioke says

    April 10, 2015 at 10:09 am

    Much thanks Miki. I appreciate the love, bro.

    Reply
  5. Firdaus Parvez says

    April 14, 2015 at 7:57 am

    This is awesome! Loved it!

    Reply
    • bunmioke says

      April 15, 2015 at 7:23 am

      Aw, much thanks, Firdaus Parvez.

      Reply

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