Her Mum helped her bake the pastries using the rhubarb they had grown in their garden. Each had their own neat tray - rhubarb crumble, rhubarb tarts, rhubarb and toffee cake. She set up the stall at the corner of her street, waiting to capitalise on the Friday, end-of-week rush hour footfall. 'Treat for the … Continue reading ILL-GOTTEN GAINS
'Why the empty shelves?' 'I'm reorganising.' 'No more processed food?' 'Only fruit and vegetables.' 'Meat?' 'No.' 'Chocolate?' 'No.' 'Sweets?' 'No. There is no longer the demand for these things.' 'The health drive?' 'Tackling obesity.' 'I see, uh, you wouldn't happen to know where I could get my hands a few treats, do you?' 'I can't … Continue reading SUPPLY AND DEMAND
In the dark shadows he lurked. It was time. His natural state was a recluse, satisfied with his own company, content to live in the world of his imagination. He did not need the companionship or support of others. But now the strange creature was poised to reveal himself and his work, to offer up … Continue reading POISED
I can't say I don't deserve it, after everything I put her through, but death seems harsh. I don't even like the thing. I only stuck it on the bookcase because she was coming round. She insisted I keep it. She had bought it for me after all, on our first anniversary. And I thought … Continue reading THE HOUSEPLANT
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