I’m still here you know. You all thought I perished when my cottage collapsed the other night. None of you shed a tear for me, did you? But you didn’t know about the tunnel where I sought refuge.
I’d served time for a crime I didn’t commit. You all despised me and thought me guilty. But it wasn’t me. When I returned home the real perpetrator worried the truth would out. So he tried disposing of me by destroying my home with me inside.
Didn’t you!
You think I’m dead. A dead man can’t commit murder. I’m coming for you.
Soon, very soon.
Thanks to Rochelle for hosting Friday Fictioneers and to Jean L Hays for the picture.
Excellent Keith!
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Thank you so much.
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Look Keith, be reasonable, it was just an accident. We had no idea you had survived!
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There’s another ‘accident’ about to happen, Iain!
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Dang, missed you!
Very dark from you, Keith, not many laughs in there!
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Don’t worry, it won’t last!
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Well, since he’s already paid for it….
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Nothing can harm him now! Cheers Alice
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I’m going to be on the look out for him!
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If you are the guilty party that would be wise! Cheers Danny
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Oh, nicely done. A tale to spark worry and fear.
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That’s the plan! Cheers Mimi.
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Eerie. I love it!
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Well then … eerie, this one! 😉
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Just a bit! Thanks Na’ama.
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I love your story. I wouldn’t want you seeking retribution on me!
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Not to be recommended! Thank you.
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You are welcome 🙂
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I’m thinking it won’t be a quick and painless death…
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Too right!
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You shouldn’t point… it’s rude. But I understand the sentiments.
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I know, but I am rude. I’ve been known to stick out my tongue!
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That was really good, Keith. I loved the pointing finger. You brought us into the story. That type of revenge is bloodthirsty. Well done. —- Suzanne
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I wouldn’t him pointing at me! Thanks for dropping by.
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Ah sweet vengeance. Moral of the story, if you’re going to kill someone, kill them good.
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He’ll certainly do that! Cheers Tannille
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Nice, that picture so provokes some scary tales or what. You’ve kept me wondering about how this will work out
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Not well for the guilty party I fear! Cheers Larry
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Oh no, now he becomes a true criminal. He should just walk away! But, seems determined at vengeance. I really enjoyed the voice in the story.
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There’s no stopping him now! Thanks so much Brenda.
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Very good – and his fate is well-deserved.
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It certainly is. Thanks Liz.
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Revenge served up cold.Lovely.
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Indeed it is! Thanks Patrick.
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Was evil always or did his unfair treatment cause him to be evil?
A thoughtful piece…you’ve got me thinking!
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The latter I imagine but even I’m not sure!. Thanks Dawn
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This has real power.
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Cheers Robert
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Dear Keith,
This is deliciously dark. Well done.
Shalom
Rochelle
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Thanks so much Rochelle
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You had a crappy lawyer. How is it our fault?
And you have no idea how much I cried…
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Now you’re making me feel guilty!
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😂
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Ohhhhhh, love it! People are quick to judge, not caring about the facts. I hope he gets his life back.
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this probably occurs more often than we imagine. Thanks Sascha.
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The real perpetrator beware. Karma will catch up with him.
https://ideasolsi65.blogspot.com/2019/05/barbed-fence.html
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Just when he thought he’d got away with it! Cheers Kalpana
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Hi there! After doing fiction all through AtoZ, I’ve started my own Fiction Fridays. I don’t have a link up, but if you ever feel like participating, I’m putting out a prompt (given to me through my comments) for the next week. I’m still going through the AtoZ Master LIst, so that’s where I found you.
Doesn’t Speak Klingon
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A complete mini crime drama- I think the innocent one means business ! His victim should be afraid, very afraid….
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…cue the creepy music! Cheers WWM
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Oooo i love where you took this.. Great write Keith.
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Thanks Violet
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Epistolary fiction in a flash, and addressed to the reader. An ingenious and very effective technique for this story, Keith. Well done!
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I’m pleased it worked! Thanks for your generous words Penny.
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Ooooooo. Loved this.
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I’m pleased! Thank you.
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Someone had better watch out. They are in big trouble. Good story!
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They certainly are! Thanks so much Tessa.
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Wow, Keith. One of your best, I think. The bitterness and hatred are palpable. I’m glad I don’t live in your neighborhood 🙂
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That’s so kind of you. I think I might move away for a while!
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Oh! I say run fast and run hard. Nicely done.
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Worth a try but he’s very determined! Cheers Alicia
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Oh, oh. Run for the hills.
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Wise advice!
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And here I thought dead men tell no tales….
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…except mine! Cheers
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Whoa!!!
I love the narrative styles you come up with, Keith! 😀
Genius! 🙂
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Thank you SO much.
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Somehow I think you have every right to be a bit pissed…
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Absolutely! Cheers Bjorn
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Ohhh, I feel so threatened! HAHAHA! Great story!
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So you should!!!
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Oooooo fantastic. A great piece
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Thanks so much Laurie.
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