She was flown ever higher, needing to feel the heat.
It fuelled her, revived her, gave her credence, respect, and a meaning.
Of course she knew of Icarus.
She solved this annoying problem by using her patrons as shields. Human shields.
Shields protected her from the heat, while giving her altitude. A wonderful symbiotic relationship. A win-win situation.
Oh, the flyers enjoyed the ride for a while. Prancing and preening, dragging the inconspicuous rider along with them – carrying her upwards, higher and higher to the strains of her childish and innocent pleas. She urged them, goaded them, scolded them, loved them.
They shone in the bright light, were little stars for a short while. And despite knowing how it would end, they were caught in the rush. They, too, knew of Icarus – but it didn’t matter. Their’s was joy of companionship. A relatively small sacrifice. Nothing really – just oblivion.
The molten blobs of fame covering her back were the mark of her success.
Anne van Alkemade
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6 months ago
although 17 words over – I wonder why you, and this, are not part of Flash Fiction! It certainly has the quality {{grin}}
LisaG, 6 months ago
I’m blown away…...this piece of amazing writing resonates to my core….
Thank you for writing it….
demon, 6 months ago
Mark…many a work I have read on here…and this by far is in the top echelon…let me just stand back and give you applause…fucking brilliant….
Lorraine Creagh, 6 months ago
So few words… says so much. I very much enjoyed reading it. =)
Deri Dority, 6 months ago
So beautifully written. This is really top-notch.
Bryan Davidson, 6 months ago
That is tops. Seriously.
mick8585, 6 months ago
Good stuff mate. You pick an idea and get all over it like a rash. You can do this shit all right.
Mark German, 6 months ago
Thanks, guys :)
Mick Icarus just kept winging through my head :)
marieancolie, 6 months ago
I was not able to say a word while reading this.
Too strong/moving for me.
more than beautiful
Suzanne German, 6 months ago
This is so bitter-sweet mark…..strong with passionate feeling and a sadness.
Who is SHE ???
Arcangelina, 6 months ago
Intriguing writing Mark.
Beauty and Power written in words.
Brad Sumner GLP, 6 months ago
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