April 25, 2022, prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less), write a story using the phrase “up and away.” You can imagine a story from the photo of hot air balloons, a flying superhero, a natural wonder, or any other direction your inspiration goes. Go where the prompt leads! Click here for details.
The Prison Cell – by Hugh W. Roberts
Karl compared his life to a prison cell.
He’d done nothing wrong but fall in love, yet he couldn’t escape. Some people believed he belonged in hell. He was a threat to society and should never be allowed freedom.
“What’s the matter?” asked the uniformed prison guard.
“I need help escaping from this prison cell,” replied Karl.
“Come with me,” demanded the guard.
After a short walk to a large, stuffy sitting room, Karl got introduced.
“Mum, Dad. This is Karl, my boyfriend.”
Instantly, Karl’s life was up and away. He’d escaped the prison cell lodged in his head.
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Written for the 99-word flash fiction challenge hosted by Charli Mills at the Carrot Ranch.
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Well done, Hugh. I can imagine Karl’s angst at being a secret and the freedom gained with the reveal.
Taken from a true story, Sue. Thank you.
I guess we’ve all had many years to sit in (and embrace?) our own prison cells. Bravo to Karl! And to his boyfriend for being the friend Karl needed.
Indeed, we did. And for some, they still do.
Nice! And so true. We make prisoners of ourselves, and often, don’t even realize it.
Exactly. And those prion cells can be tough to escape, even though freedom is often within grabbing distance.
And you are becoming the master at these FF challenges, Hugh! That was well done and true for most of us!
Thanks, Terri. These prison mind cells can be hard to break free from. Sometimes, we need a gentle push to get us out of them.
Excellent, Hugh!
Thanks, Dan.
Those prisons in your mind are the hardest to free yourself from. Nicely said Hugh!
I agree; they are, Jan.
Just proves that though a story may be very short, it can still have heart and warmth,
What great feedback; thanks, Paul. Writing flash fiction has become a big passion of mine.