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101 Word Short Stories
By Alice Wilson
I came across a satyr, mewling at the edge of a glade. Separated from its mother. I had no clothes and no staff, but I had magic enough to peel its small soul from its chest and use that spark of life to keep me warm. It looked at me with the open-faced stare of a child. I touched its russet hair and loved the small thing. I could leave it. But I was cold and I had one hour left to reach the circle alive. I looked away as I did it, humming so I didn’t hear its cries.
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Omg it hurts my heart.
I’ve only just seen these comments! Thanks so much for taking the time to write something here, I am so sorry and so glad to have hurt your feelings 🙂
Very nice. I liked the mythology element. The last line was kind of a shock, but that’s what makes the story resonate.
Really appreciate this thoughtful response, thank you for commenting. Awesome to hear that the mythology atmosphere landed for you. Thrilled to hear you were shocked at the end, thanks again 🙂
Clearly a slice of a larger story, intriguing and emotive.
You are absolutely right Ramona, so interesting that you could feel this was a slice of something bigger. Really appreciate your feedback, thank you.