Proud
A Microfiction Story
I always found it funny when they said "he’d be proud" over such menial things. I’d chuckle over how daft I was to ever believe they understood him.
Anyone who knew dad, would know that being pulled by societies invisible strings, was something that could never make him proud. He was a man who forged his own path. A man who went against all the rules people put in his way.
Was it the moral thing to do? Was it right? That didn’t matter. Those things were what got your heart racing, your adrenaline pumping. The things that made you feel alive.
Thinking about the things father conquered, now they were something to be proud of. Something not just anyone could do.
His successes are why I’m here now, staring down at a screen littered with zeros, smiling so wide anyone would think I’m insane.
I listen as the sirens billow past, my heart racing as I leap the fence, cradling the hard drive with my life.
I hear the guards rage as they realize they’ve lost.
Adrenaline courses through my body as I peel off my mask.
Now this is something to be proud of.
If only he knew.
About the Creator
Reader insights
Outstanding
Excellent work. Looking forward to reading more!
Top insights
Heartfelt and relatable
The story invoked strong personal emotions
Easy to read and follow
Well-structured & engaging content
Excellent storytelling
Original narrative & well developed characters
Expert insights and opinions
Arguments were carefully researched and presented
Eye opening
Niche topic & fresh perspectives
Masterful proofreading
Zero grammar & spelling mistakes
Compelling and original writing
Creative use of language & vocab
On-point and relevant
Writing reflected the title & theme
Keep reading
More stories from Amber Bristow and writers in Fiction and other communities.
The Mystery of Rosemary Cross
If walls could talk, they would share tales that would make your hair stand on end. Stories that had the power to keep you up at night, in shock of what once took place in your now quaint home. Would you want to know about the lives of those who once slept in your place? Or would you be able to live in blissful ignorance, looking past the marks etched into each wall?
By Amber Bristow11 months ago in Fiction
Why a Zombie Apocalypse Is Inevitable
In the famous game and television series, The Last of Us, humanity is on the verge of ruin from a fungal infection that turns people into zombie-like creatures. This situation might appear to be from science fiction, but it has frightening beginnings in the real world. The real-world fungus Ophiocordyceps unilateralis, which is also called the zombie-ant fungus, demonstrates the scary abilities that foreshadow a possible future danger to humans.
By Amine Oubih2 days ago in Fiction
Comments (13)
Nicely done and well worth the read. 🌹🦄
This is great story-telling and you did it in so few words. Very well done.
Impressive work.
Excellent!
Congrats on the top story - very well deserved!
I’m just gonna echo what Melissa said. This is one beefed up micro. Congrats on Top Story! 🥂
You created a history and character study in such a tight space. Exemplary work here. Well earned top story indeed💕
Great story. Congrats on the TS
Awesome take on the challenge. Enthralling to say the least, Amber! Congrats on Top Story!
Very captivating piece of microfiction!
Oooo, this was so awesome! I wasn't expecting that twist!
Oh! A daring heist indeed!
It truly resonates with me on a deep level. Thank you for sharing this captivating and thought provoking piece.🥰💕🙌