I remember the time you stepped on a shell and your big toe burst open all bloody.
‘That’s your fault’ you spat at me, as Mum bent to nurse your wound. ‘I’m sorry’ I said, confused.
You said it again with a mouthful of teeth, your bike strewn on the pavement behind you. ‘I’m sorry’ I told you again, and again and what felt like a thousand times more.
You gave me that look on the night the police came to our house. You didn’t have to say the words, and I didn’t say sorry.
You had it coming.
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Word count: 99 words
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A very well written ominous story. Welcome back to FF, I look forward to reading your stories! =)
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Guess à man who is spoilt by his family and who resorts to physical abuse. He had it coming. Serves him right. Goo done Anna.
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