RANDOM WORD DRABBLE | FICTION SHORTS
Searching for the Truth
wherever it may be hiding
Today’s Daily Word: INCHES
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Melvin wonders if he’ll discover the truth. He knew Hank’s version of what happened; he heard what Claudia saw; he read Sammy’s viewpoint. Three people — their stories were all so different.
In his long career as a detective, Melvin hadn’t experienced discrepancy like this in a case.
Just then, a child, who had been hiding under the table, comes forward. “I know what really happened,” she timidly whispers.
Excited as he inches toward the truth, Melvin reaches for the child and suddenly realizes she’s bleeding profusely. “Can you tell your story?” Melvin asks. She tries, but it’s already too late.
LESSONS:
1. Pause. Look. Listen. Be observant.
2. Sometimes the answer you’re looking for is hiding under the table (or right beneath your nose).
