Copyright – Marie Gail Stratford
In the darkening street a display window glimmered. Passers-by were oblivious to the sound of screaming, muffled within steel and concrete.
Only two men knew of this woman’s fear. One, his face a mask, paced beside his captive, willing her to scream ever louder, as he watched keenly, through the nearby window, the street and skyline outside.
A second man heard too, and hesitated, knowing these screams were calling him to his death; but then he leapt, and flew, smashing through plate-glass like a speeding bullet.
The glow of kryptonite reflected on his face, and an evil laugh split the air.
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And here he is. What a man.
Once more it’s time for Friday Fictioneers, hosted by Rochelle Wisoff-Fields. My story is a response to this week’s photo prompt. You can click on the link and read them all.
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Kryptonite – great reference to start with, but I also loved your work in Luthors & Clarks heads.
Cheers
KT
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Thank you, KT. Inside heads is the most interesting place to be, so I’m very happy you liked what I found in the minds of these two.
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Superman never fails to come to the aid of unfortunate victims. And what an entrance he made, despite knowing he would come face to face with his old adversary and the dreaded kryptonite. Nice take on the prompt. 🙂
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I had three heroes as a child: Superman, Robin Hood and Popeye. Not sure I ever really got over them. I’m so glad you liked my story. Thank you for leaving a comment.
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Dear Margaret,
Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound! What a fun take on the prompt. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Thank you, Rochelle. It was fun to write.
Cheers
Magaret
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Dear Margaret, I love Superman too! Great Kryptonite angle and it would certainly affect his abilities! Good job! Nan 🙂
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Thank you, Nan. He’d find a way to survive this one, I’m sure – but I’m glad I didn’t have to write how, because I’d have no idea.
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Oh that horror of kryptonite.. I’m glad you picked that angle.. and who can deny a maiden in distress…
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Superman will always come to the rescue. I’m glad you liked my story. Thanks for commenting.
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Here he comes to save the day! Surely right will win out.
Nice tale this week, Margaret.
All my best,
Marie Gail
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Right will always win in Superman stories, anyway. I wish that was the case in the rest of life. Your photo had me stumped beyond the kryptonite angle, I must admit. It’s produced quite a variety of stories this week. Thanks for your comment.
Cheers
Margaret
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That is the perfect entrance for Superman. Too had he’s handicapped by the kryptonite. Well done, Marg.. 🙂 — Suzanne
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He couldn’t have just come in through the front door – that would have taken far too long. He is one for the dramatic entrance. Thank you for your nice comment. Marg
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Great ending, Margaret! It takes a strong man, in more ways than one, to knowingly go to his death to save someone.
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It does indeed. I’m glad you liked the ending. Thank you for commenting.
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A little Kryptonite never stopped Superman from rescuing Lois. I think he’ll be okay, he always thinks of something!
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He does. That’s the only reason I could bring myself to put him in such danger.
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My hero. Love it.
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Mine too. Thank you, Patrick, for your comment.
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Those damsels in distress are always putting our heroes in peril. I love the way you built the tension up, Margaret. Well done.
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Thanks, Russell. What would we do for a good story if we had no imperilled heroes or distressed damsels? Thank you for your feedback – getting the pace and buildup right is tricky in these short pieces.
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