Five Sentence Fiction – Departure
Ravi stopped for a moment, taking a deep breath as he headed toward the departure gate, taking in the majestic airplane taking off overhead.
His mind full of turmoil, he clutched his only possession, his frayed grey overnight bag tighter.
Life had changed in an instant irrevocably with the bankruptcy, but for better or worse, only time would tell.
Eyes closed, he then visualized the day he landed in the country of his dreams, eager to make a name for himself.
Today, as he departed from the land he called home for the past 30 years, he reflected on the changes, the airport, his circumstances, the emptiness that had replaced joy and wondered whether a fresh start was even possible at his age?
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I love your usage of the prompt. You have written a very good story. I really like it.
ReplyDeleteI love your usage of the prompt. You have written a very good story. I really like it.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for the kind words Ann. I'm really glad you liked this story!!!
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