CRANK (5-minute Freewrite)

a 5-minute Freewrite by A.E. Jackson

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The old crank turned, dropping grit and rusted iron flakes to the floor. The children stood around him, rubbing their hands or dancing in place, in a vain attempt to keep warm.

A low whirr-whirr filled the dark alcove. Older children glanced over the heads of squatting youngsters. They had seen the crank provide. They hoped it would once more.

He huffed, adjusted his grip, and leaned into the work again. The crank turned in slow protest, a silent warning against proceeding down this path. With all the unknowns, they trusted the old way. This path was at least familiar.

A dim glow began to fill the room.

T H E E N D

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