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Flash Fiction Friday – What You Can’t See

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May 9, 2023, prompt: Write a story about two who can keep a secret in 99 words (no more, no less). Is the secret between them, or is one keeping a secret from the other. Who are they? What remains unknown? What is revealed? Go where the prompt leads! See May 9: Story Challenge in 99-words for more details.

What You Can’t See – by Hugh W. Roberts

Jake and Scott found solace within their secret haven in a world of stifling judgment.

Their hearts intertwined; they danced through life’s labyrinth, concealing their secret love from prying eyes.

Behind closed doors, their passion ignited like wildfire, unapologetic and genuine.

Their whispered affections became a sacred symphony known only to them.

Society’s chains threatened them, but they held firm, protecting their secret.

Side by side, they painted rainbows of resilience, unyielding in their love’s brilliance.

Together, they vowed to endure, guarding their secret with unbreakable devotion, knowing their love was a beacon in a world longing for acceptance.

Written for the 99-word flash fiction challenge hosted by Charli Mills at the Carrot Ranch.

Last week’s entries with the theme ‘High Water’ can be found by clicking this link.

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30 responses to “Flash Fiction Friday – What You Can’t See”

  1. D. Avery @shiftnshake avatar
    D. Avery @shiftnshake

    As others have said, this is beautifully written. And it’s a damn shame that love has to be kept secret.

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      Thank you. Hopefully, one day, nobody will have a problem with who loves who. And we can all get on with our lives without making some of us having to keep secrets.

      Reply
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  4. Norah avatar
    Norah

    Powerful, Hugh.

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      Thanks, Norah.

      Reply
  5. dgkaye avatar
    dgkaye

    I think that’s a profound piece of writing Hugh. <3

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      Thank you, Debby.

      Reply
  6. Eugi avatar
    Eugi

    A wonderful and moving story, Hugh.

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      Thank you, Eugi.

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      1. Eugi avatar
        Eugi

        You’re welcome, Hugh.

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  7. willowdot21 avatar
    willowdot21

    I agree with Colleen this a beautiful and hopeful story.
    One day , Hugh , I hope that worldwide everyone will be free to love whoever they want 💜💜💜

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      I hope so, Willow. Maybe not in the time I have left, but one day in the future the human race will allow people to love who they want to love rather than try and interfere because people are different from them.

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      1. willowdot21 avatar
        willowdot21

        That’s so true but sadly I doubt I will see it happen but I live in hope 💜💜

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  8. Terri Webster Schrandt avatar
    Terri Webster Schrandt

    So well expressed, Hugh, with heart and hope. Beautiful!

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      I’m glad you thought so. thanks, Terri.

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  9. Cathy avatar
    Cathy

    That’s so moving, Hugh. You’re so right, love is love.

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      I’m glad you enjoyed it, Cathy. Yes we should allow people to get on with their lives rather that trying to interfere because we do not like who they are and who they love.

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      1. Cathy avatar
        Cathy

        Absolutely.

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  10. Mike and Kellye Hefner avatar
    Mike and Kellye Hefner

    Beautifully done, Hugh!

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      Thank you, Kellye.

      Reply
  11. Erika avatar
    Erika

    My God, this is so romantic and simply beautiful. Simply love as love is meant to be. The story gave me goosebumps.
    May I ask you how you created the image of the three book formats? I was searching through the options Kindle gives but could not find it.

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      Wow! It gave you goosebumps reading it? That’s wonderful feedback, thank you, Erika.

      I made the book template from one of the book sites. I can’t remember which one, but it will have been Goodreads or Book Blurb, or one of those types of sites. I’ve had then a longtime, and I recall it was another blogger who published a post about how to create them. It may have been Chelsea Owen, but I know she’s now on a summer blogging break. I hope that helps.

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      1. Erika avatar
        Erika

        Yes, absolutely goosebumps. I am a helpless romantic and this story reached deep!
        Oh, thank you for that hint, Hugh. I will check out goodreads or Chelsea’s blog. Thank you so much for your support!

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      2. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
        Hugh W. Roberts

        Thanks, Erika.

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  12. Colleen M. Chesebro avatar
    Colleen M. Chesebro

    This is a wonderful story, Hugh. It gives me hope! 🌈💟

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      Thanks, Colleen. It does. One day no one will care who we love. Love is love, and that’s all that counts.

      Reply
      1. Colleen M. Chesebro avatar
        Colleen M. Chesebro

        Yup, that’s what I always say. Who cares? Here in the U.S. a certain political party is making an issue out of everything. It’s frustrating that we can’t accept people for who they are.

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        1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
          Hugh W. Roberts

          I agree, and political parties like that should be concentrating on other aspects of life that affect us all, such as the cost of living crisis and energy prices.

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          1. Colleen M. Chesebro avatar
            Colleen M. Chesebro

            So true. Ron and I feel the same way. I fear we all have some hard times ahead until this current phase in politics makes people take notice.

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