IAIN KELLY

KRYPTONITE

‘With this jewel I can rule the world. No one can stop me .’

‘You’ll never get away with this, Luthor.’ Superman replied.

‘Who’s going to stop me? You, Superman? You’re weaker than a human so long as I have this stone.’ Lex Luthor gave an evil laugh.

As he did so a dark shape loomed over them.

‘Where did you get that from? Is that your Mum’s necklace?’

‘No, Dad, it’s Kryptonite,’ Lex (Alexandria) whined.

‘Don’t worry, Dad, I’ll find a way to get it off her…I mean Luthor…and stop his evil plan,’ reassured Superman (Henry).

‘I’m sure you will, but this stone really does have magical powers,’ their Dad warned.

They stared in wonder at the green necklace.

‘What do you mean?’

‘If your mother finds you playing with it, she’ll turn into a monster and destroy you both. Give it here.’

Superman stood next to Luthor.

‘Luthor, we must unite against this threat to our world.’

‘I stand with you, Superman.’

Their Dad looked at them. ‘It’s like that is it?’

The Battle for the Future of Mankind played out to squeals of tickling and laughter.


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© Jade M. Wong

Written as part of Flash Fiction for Aspiring Writers. The challenge is to write a flash fiction story, in around 150 words based on the weekly photo prompt. For more information visit HERE.

To read other stories based on this week’s prompt, visit HERE.

53 responses to “KRYPTONITE”

  1. TanGental Avatar

    really lovely story, Iain. You know how to spin a yarn in a few words.

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Many thanks, glad you liked and you are very kind 🙂

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  2. TanGental Avatar

    PS you may have enough flash challenges to fill your days but here are two I do which, if you don’t know them, you may want to look at https://carrotranch.com/ and http://microcosmsfic.com/

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      That’s great, thanks for the recommendations, I will check them out. Always looking for new challenges.

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  3. draliman Avatar

    Fun and very sweet. Nice one!

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar
  4. neelwritesblog Avatar

    Well written, as usual, and by now expected, Kelly

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Expectation brings pressure, but you are very kind, thank you 🙂

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  5. Lynn Love Avatar
    Lynn Love

    Oh, yes I can see why you’d think Superman – reminds me of the first Christopher Reeve film with all the huge crystals. Great story, Iain – very sweet and touching

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Thanks Lynn – it was all I could really see from the prompt, and I couldn’t bring myself to write an actual Superman story! Will be interested to see what others make of the prompt 🙂

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      1. Lynn Love Avatar

        It had a lot of charm, Iain. Possibly more than an out and out Superman spin. Really good

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  6. angietrafford Avatar

    I love this story 🙂 you can just see the children playing!

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Thanks Angie – inspired by my 2 cheeky kids 🙂

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  7. Yinglan Avatar

    That was my first thought too when I saw this photo – that it was kryptonite. Nicely told.

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Ha, I’m glad I’m not the only adult who thinks like that. Many thanks 🙂

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  8. athling2001 Avatar

    Wonderful take; evocative and warm with the love between a father and his children.

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Many thanks, very kind 🙂

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  9. Inside the Mind of Isadora Avatar

    Great take on the prompt. I loved to watch Superman.
    Isadora 😎

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Many thanks – I suspect a lot of grown ups have fond memories of watching Superman and wishing they could be like him!

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      1. Inside the Mind of Isadora Avatar

        I think flying would be cool. LOL

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  10. Priceless Joy Avatar

    Hahaha! Cute story! A father and son playing. Love it!

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Thanks PJ, glad you liked it. Felt like a nice change to write a simple feelgood tale!

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      1. Priceless Joy Avatar

        It was great! I loved it Iain!

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  11. swritings Avatar

    Awww, I totally adored this tale! And I love Superman (Christopher Reeve of course! :))

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Many thanks, glad you liked 🙂

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  12. creatingahome Avatar

    Oh I really enjoyed this.
    Sweet.

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Many thanks 🙂

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  13. Mike Avatar
    Mike

    Iain, this is a story with great twists and images, and four characters to boot. Loved the monster mum!

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Thanks Mike, much appreciated 🙂

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  14. shehannemoore Avatar

    Super fun Iain. Again you show your mastery of the short .

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Mastery haha, that made me laugh, but thank you 🙂

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      1. shehannemoore Avatar

        OOh, well you do have that so ….

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  15. Graham Lawrence Avatar
    Graham Lawrence

    Gorgeous refreshing story. Very enjoyable read!

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Many thanks Graham, good to have you back, hope you had a nice break.

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      1. Graham Lawrence Avatar
        Graham Lawrence

        I had an excellent break thanks. It’s great to be back 🙂

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  16. Michael Avatar

    Most delightful tale Iain. Such tales have been told amongst all our children I am sure.

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  17. Joy Pixley Avatar

    What fun game of pretend! I especially like the part at the end where the tickling begins. Fun story!

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Thanks Joy 🙂

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  18. Liz Husebye Hartmann Avatar

    Very sweet. And love how you transitioned the story from full-on fantasy to a real life child’s game. Nicely done!

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Many thanks Liz 🙂

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  19. mandibelle16 Avatar
    mandibelle16

    Cute story! My first thought was fan fiction but then I realized the kids were playing dress-up. I like it though, kids play like that it and its a lot of fun for them and even Dad. Let’s hope nothing happens to Mom’s necklace 🙂

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Thanks Mandi, never been one to do fan fiction even though I do love Superman. This is my version of fan fiction! 🙂

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  20. luckyjc007 Avatar

    A lovely story of some interaction between the dad and his children. Children love play-acting and when parents participate, it becomes very special to them and will always be remembered .

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Many thanks.

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  21. Jade M. Wong Avatar

    Awww that ending is perfection. At first, I was excited because I thought you were writing a Superman fanfiction! But as the story progressed, I realized it was even better than fanfiction ❤ Well done Iain! You never disappoint.

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  22. afairymind Avatar

    A wonderfully sweet story, Iain. I love the ending, when the dad joins in with their game. 🙂

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Many thanks, much appreciated 🙂

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  23. Tena Carr Avatar
    Tena Carr

    Awesome story. Sounds like the kids were having lots of fun.

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Thanks, glad you liked it 🙂

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  24. Dahlia Avatar

    Loved loved this one Iain – very well done! 🙂

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Many thanks 🙂

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  25. Snooty Usher Dave Avatar
    Snooty Usher Dave

    Love this wee man. A great read

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Thanks Dave. I can see why this would appeal to you. My two are on a Batman phase at the moment 🙂 Hope all is going well.

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