King Bowdyn sprang
from his throne and paced around the room like a crazed tiger as his son knelt
before the huge golden throne studded with crimson and emerald stones. “Perhaps you did not understand me, Alan,” he
snarled. His hands clenched into fists
held rigidly to his side. “This is not a
request, but a command. You will marry
Lady Maybina before the next full moon has passed.”
I hope you and yours have a wonderful holiday season.
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Alan is not happy. Good six, Elaine and Happy Holiday back to you and your loved ones.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the imagery you create with the throne/tiger/pacing. Great conflict, too!
ReplyDeleteGood luck, Elaine!
ReplyDeleteI love the last line especially--that one small non-movement really helps heighten the tension.
Happy holidays!
Oh the last line has me intrigued to know more now. Fantastic six!
ReplyDeleteI wan to wish you a Merry Christmas!
Thanks to everyone who spent a minute with me today. I hope everyone has a Merry Christmas.
ReplyDeleteDon't think I'd like to be Alan.
ReplyDeleteFantastic opening lines. I love the sprinkling of details from the throne's appearance to Alan's lifting on his eyes--really makes the scene easy to visualize.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with your submission & happy holidays, Elaine! <3