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Energy shimmered within the stone arch, distorting the trees
beyond. In the deepening night, the forest wavered as if through water.
The hair on Harlan’s arms tingled with the lightning that crackled across the
gate. He was ready to cross, but his feet refused.
“Choose.” The priest urged, close at his shoulder. “The portal
already fades.”
Harlan took a deep breath. He was certain of this path.
It was the only way to save the kingdom, and Princess Tarina.
He stepped through, like diving into freezing water, and wondered
if he would ever feel Tarina’s gentle lips on his again.
100 words
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What a guy wouldn't do for a pair of supple lips :-)
ReplyDeleteI know! Ladies, keep that Chapstick handy; it just might save the kingdom.
DeleteWonderful!!! I am a lifetime chapstick fanatik, so cue handsome prince - here he comes through the portal now!! :)
ReplyDeleteLoved this!!! Does it have to be Chapstick?? I'm more into the luscious flavoured lip balms! Lips duly moistened, pursed and ready for the prince's kiss!
ReplyDeleteMy link for today's post is http://wp.me/p1UhOl-7F
I'm not sure about chapstick but as per today's post, I can offer chocolate cake. I guess that will have to do! :)
ReplyDeleteAh, I love this! He'll surely find her and those lips :)
ReplyDeleteWhat we wouldn't give for a lover to walk into the unknown for us. I loved the storytelling in this...an intriguing beginning...
ReplyDeleteI can't say anything that compares with the beauty of Lisa's comment. So, I shall just say "What Lisa said". :))
DeleteA hero will get his just desserts! Lovely fantasy writing here.
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