George slowly rolled his suitcase through the casino lobby. No one fawned over him, knowing that he was not a potential high roller, just another loser heading home, broke and hung over.
As he passed the flashing machines by the front doors, he spotted a lone quarter left in the tray.
He dropped it in the slot and pulled the lever.
Suddenly he heard frantic yelling, then a crash of glass and metal outside.
The casino sign that the workers were hoisting up with a crane had fallen, right where George would have been, if not for that single coin.
Writing Prompt |
Take flash fiction to the extreme. Can you tell a complete story in just 100 words. If so, this is your opportunity to shine. The story can be about any subject you wish, creative approaches are of course encouraged. All stories must have the following: Main Character, Setting, Conflict, Resolution. |
Author Notes
Thanks to Sgoolsby for the artwork.
Timing is everything folks.
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