Benji's Bark
“Please, boy. I can’t lose you.”
Benji slumped on his side, his black fur matted with blood. Mara crouched over him, weeping.
Rustling came from behind her. Mara spun around. A dark figure lurked in the trees.
Benji’s eyes opened. Footsteps were approaching.
A low bark echoed through the woods.
I agree with @jayna, this is mysterious. In a good way. 50 words that produce intrigue, mystery, curiosity. Well done, great story, and great winner for the contest.
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This is a very mysterious story, @alheath! I hope the mysterious figure is someone coming to help (since I'm an optimist), but oh I fear much worse. Thanks for your entry in the contest!
Thank you! This is actually going to tie in to a short story I'm doing for the #writers-workout, so you will see.
You created so much suspense in just 50 words. Really great writing.
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Well-deserved win @alheath!
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Very well done! It reads like a suspense thriller. I have so many questions. What happened to Benji? Who or what is the dark figure? What happens next? When's the next episode? 🙀
Thank you! This is going to tie into a short story I'm writing, so you will see...
Cool! Looking forward to it.
Great job, I really enjoyed this.
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Good work conveying so many emotions in just 50 words! Congrats on the contest, definitely top material :)
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A lovely written scene @alheath. Congrats on winning the fiftywords!
Thank you!