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Everything about Gwynneth was superb, absolutely superb. Former model, elegant, able to pull together
magnificent events with seeming ease. Superb.
Then her world came plummeting
about her. She discovered Geoff, her
successful and wealthy husband, between Gynneth’s own satin sheets with her
middle-aged maid. “It’s not what you
think…it won’t happen again…I swear this is the first time I have ever…”
But “it” did happen many times,
each time with Geoff plying lie after lie.
At the final time, Gwynneth threw
his expensive collection of exquisite art at Geoff, as he tried to bluster his
way from her rage. Holding Geoff’s
favorite Rodin bronze and venting
her anger, Gwynneth brought it crashing down on his head. It was a glancing blow that knocked him
cold.
Gwynneth made her decision
quickly—faster than a lie from her
cheating husband.
When Geoff came to consciousness,
he saw two pair of glittering
eyes looking down at him: His recently disenfranchised business partner, Joe,
and Gwynneth. “You spurious bastard!” Joe snarled. “You stole everything from me!
Gwynneth purred in her nasal Texas twang as she
tugged on the chains around
Geoff’s ankles. “You won’t lie your way
out of this one!”
Together Joe and Gynneth released
the hold on the heavy chains,
sending a screaming Geoff to his watery death.
If you enjoyed this post, it is inspired by Delores @ Under the Porch Light. Each week this clever woman supplies participants with a list of words and a sentence prompt. You may access other excellent bloggers by clicking on the photo of a stream in the right sidebar! Enjoy!
High drama this week. I've said it before, I love the way your imagination can make up a story from just a few word prompts.
ReplyDeleteI love it when you check in my blog and find humor and giggles. Thanks, Inger!
DeleteI have long been a fan of Delores' Word for Wednesday. I think this may be the cleverest take on them yet. Fantastic job!!
ReplyDeleteThanks, OE! Delores always give a challenge. I still think "vociferous" was a hard word.
DeleteAnd he deserved it too. Great job.
ReplyDeleteFrom the musical "Chicago" He had it coming...
DeleteWow! That is amazingly powerful writing!
ReplyDeleteBlessings and Bear hugs!
Glad you enjoyed it! Are you getting ready to hibernate?
DeleteI was thinking poor Gwennyth, but by the end it was def. poor Geoff!
ReplyDeleteOne can handle only so much deception, before something has to give...
DeleteIt could have happened to Arnold if Maria Shriver would have been more devious.
ReplyDeleteLee
Tossing It Out
Actually I was thinking of Arnold and Maria when writing this. What a scoundrel.
DeleteHave to watch who you scorn, or in the drink you could go
ReplyDeleteGeoff was an idiot--deserved a long dive.
DeleteWhoa Susan, I did not expect that from you. It is fun to write about something wicked, every now and then, isn't it.
ReplyDeleteGood job!
There is a dark side but I keep that door shut, mostly.
DeleteThat was an awesome ending
ReplyDeleteNothing like a deep-ending for a story.
DeleteSensational gripping read. That guy got busted big time.
ReplyDeleteAnd he needed it, too.
Deletewow---cool writing susan---i have always loved that name!
ReplyDeleteMe, too! It sounds so elegant, but she isn't one to put up with lying.
DeleteGreat story. I think it could be a country western song.
ReplyDeleteOoh. Gwynneth would have to be changed to something more rustic.
DeleteIt's always so interesting to see how each of the participants use Delores' list of words to come up such different stories. I really liked your story, but LOVED the last sentence. Priceless.
ReplyDeleteAlways love to put a zinger at the end. 'Las Vegas' is usually my favorite ending.
DeleteTake THAT, Geoff! Well done. He was a jerk.
ReplyDeleteThe Warrior Muse
In your face, Geoff!
DeleteWhat fun. I love it - and wonder whether there is a relationship (other than business) in the wind for Joe and Gwynneth. I always love your take on the challenging words that Delores teases us with - and this is no exception.
ReplyDeleteI think Joe and Gwynneth will go their own ways, safer that way.
DeleteWow! this is good.
ReplyDeleteGeoff now lies with the fishes instead of the middle aged maid.
No satin sheets where Geoff is, now.
DeleteHe got his. And nice play on the word lie.
ReplyDeleteAlways aim to please!
DeleteHey Susan,
ReplyDeleteWow and what a final finale. Yes, I got a "link" that made me visit your blog. It started a chain reaction...
A good Sunday to you.
Gary
Greetings, Gary!
DeleteGeoff will now be working in a chain gang, dragging a chain of sins.