Mama
Vocal Community Microfiction Series - Viva
Mama listened as the man babbled. Her daughter fidgeted at her side.
"I swear to you Ma'am, I will take good care of her."
"Mmm-hmm." Mama waited. Sure enough, he continued.
"I'm the boss at the Audi dealership, so I'm making good money."
Mama raised an eyebrow. "Oh?"
The man stood taller. "That's right," he asserted. "I run a tight ship there. Everyone does what I say."
"Interesting." Mama pointed to the couch. "Sit."
He dropped into it, a look of relief on his face.
Mama's smile was slow and deliberate.
"Good boy."
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The Hour Long Minute
Once upon a time, in a quirky little town, there was a legend about "The Hour Long Minute." It was said that every year, on the stroke of midnight, time would freeze for exactly one minute, but to anyone experiencing it, it felt like a whole hour had passed. Now, most folks thought it was just a tall tale, but there were a few who claimed they'd lived through it. They'd talk about how the world around them turned eerily still, and for that "minute," they had a chance to do things they'd never dared before. One guy, let's call him Sam, said he used the hour-long minute to propose to his longtime crush, and she said yes. Another lady, Mary, claimed she used that time to finally tell off her boss and quit her job to pursue her dream of becoming a baker. As the years went by, more and more people had their own hour-long minute stories to tell. Some used it to right past wrongs, others to take a leap of faith, and a few just to savor the extra time with loved ones. The legend of "The Hour Long Minute" became a symbol of hope and second chances in the town. People would gather at the town square every New Year's Eve, waiting for that magical moment when time stood still. Whether it was real or just a trick of the mind, "The Hour Long Minute" had a way of making people believe in the power of a single moment. And who knows, maybe, just maybe, it's true. Maybe, somewhere out there, time does give us a little extra nudge when we need it most.
By Moh Amirullah5 days ago in Fiction
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Haha, Mama knows who’s really in charge here. Excellent work!
Oh, you’re so good! This is such fantastic storytelling. I really feel the man’s discomfort and relief, but can sense the predator inside Mama at the end. Someone will end up unhappy, and perhaps everyone will; but I know who will be right!
Oooh, the burn.
Loving it!!!💖💖💕
Haha I guess the dealership is the only place they do what HE says!
Can we judge the poor guy by a girls parent. That is a scary situation. I sure hope he passed the test in the eyes of his love. Clever wording Loryne.
I love this❤️ Mama knows ❤️
She's intimidating, lol!
This might not be a good sign. Do you think he might end up being a bit of a "Rover"?
Great story ❤️❗