Her perfect disguise swirled down the drain. She splashed water over her face again then lifted her head, blinking at her unmasked reflection. Her thin fingers pressed to the purpled bruise around her left eye then trailed downward to the corner of her split lip. No one could’ve guessed the secrets beneath her veiled beauty.
She heard footsteps before he appeared behind her. The monster from last night was tamed under his solemn gaze. And his destructive fist clumsily held a bouquet of white roses. She stared at them for a long while in the stretch of silent contrition, then smiled affectedly.
“They’re beautiful.”
This weekend’s writing prompt provided by Sammiscribbles was another fun challenge. My mind hasn’t been in a great place but this prompt helped to pull it from a tormented spot. I hope everyone is able to have a rewarding weekend.
They’re always beautiful after the fact.
Until the day when she can’t see them anymore.
WEll done.
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It’s always my hope that those caught in abusive relationships can escape before it’s too late. Thank you for reading 💫
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With the proper support, they stand a chance.
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Indeed
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Wow Charley,this was amazing I must say…sad and beautiful all at once…Now can we break from the 104 word challenge and complete the narration?
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I’m happy you liked it ❣️ I do have some ideas for it, but I won’t make any promises yet…
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Oooooh I pray you work on it.
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no ones fooled by the makeup.. well, maybe she is. For a moment. very nice write.
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Thank you Violet 💫
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Its brilliant to write a story within 104 words.
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Thank you so much 🙏🏾✨
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