#65 – Threatened

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Benjamin Faust

Spit was raining over the bald man’s chin, his mouth a snarling mask of fury as he waved his banner high.

Katie watched as the man passed, the police cordon holding she and her brother from creeping closer.  Her wide eyes marvelled at the sight, flinching as the mob screamed their hate.

The bald man caught sight of her brother’s uniform and stopped.

“Iraq?”

Katie’s brother nodded.

Though no more than a twisted joke, Katie watched as the two men raised their fists.

When the condolence letter arrived two weeks later, Katie rose her fist too.

(c) Tim Austin 2016.  Promo Image by Benjamin Faust via Unsplash.

Continuing the story of Katie, first seen in the tale “Tea” – dedicated to the wonderful Devika Fernando.  Click here for each part of the story so far.

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2 thoughts on “#65 – Threatened”

    devikafernando said:
    June 13, 2016 at 5:40 am

    Intense! As usual, thought-provoking.

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      actortim responded:
      June 13, 2016 at 5:43 am

      Very glad you think so, Devika 🙂 It’s turning into quite an interesting character study! Please feel free to share it about x

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