100WCGU: This week’s Prompt # 173: …as the flames leapt skyward…
Ten minutes after Kyle arrived at his dream job, the alarm sounded.
“Hey rookie, you’re gonna need this.” The Chief Officer tossed him his helmet.
“Thanks,” Kyle said, climbing in beside him.
“Flip the switch, kid.” Kyle’s heart thundered against his chest as the siren blared to life.
The Chief raced toward the destination as dispatch gave the coordinates.
“Any souls inside?” The chief asked the dispatcher.
“First responder says one.”
Kyle’s breath caught. Dammit, It was supposed to be abandoned. He stared as the flames leapt skyward. Collateral damage, the price you paid sometimes to become a hero.
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Oh this is dark indeed Sheila. Great use of the prompt though and it has made me feel a bit uncomfortable which shows great writing!
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Thanks so much for such kind comments! I’m glad you liked it and I appreciate so much that you stopped by the Cow Pasture and commenting.
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Nothing like creating the situation that allows you to become the hero (btw, re-read your first paragraph).
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Lol, I swear no matter how many times I read, I’m sure to miss something. Thanks for letting me know. Much appreciated. Glad you liked it. I guess some people have to create their own opportunities.
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I have the same problem. I read stuff I wrote a while ago and I’m like, “I know I proof-read this, how did I miss all these mistakes?” And yes, I seem to be one of those people… except, like the guy in the story, most of my created ones go badly wrong.
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Doubt that, but glad I’m not alone.
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Oh wow! Seems Kyle wanted to make sure he was noticed, but his cold-hearted reaction makes me wonder about his motivations behind becoming a firefighter. Great story!
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Thanks GG! Glad you liked it and thanks for commenting. Good to see you again.
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