Suddenly, the lights went out. Yet another strike had knocked out the local power station. As usual, everyone simply lit candles and carried on. That way lay victory.
Heroism Sheltering in the hoped-for safety of the subway, the young woman and her sister huddled together as sirens sounded and bombs exploded in the distance. There was little point in worrying about a direct hit; what would be would be. Instead, they worked on their laptops, putting such dark thoughts away. Better to concentrate on their latest contract, to earn some money, and to pay taxes with pride towards the war effort.
Suddenly, the lights went out. Yet another strike had knocked out the local power station. As usual, everyone simply lit candles and carried on. That way lay victory.
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Malvina Perova
20/3/2023 03:19:06 pm
Sounds strikingly familiar and true to the bone. Thank you for the exact reflection of my feelings :)
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Ceejay
20/3/2023 04:41:28 pm
Thanks, Malvina. The world (most of it, anyway) is with you.
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28/3/2023 10:05:41 pm
An unfortunately common story these days. Nicely told, CJ.
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