Fiction | Drabble | Psychological
On Pride, and Being Washed-Up
A drabble writing prompt response
This story features one of Grim Flandango daily word prompts (‘pride’).
“Let’s face it, Leo,” said Sharon. You’re washed up. You’re a loser.”
“Not true,” said Leo. “My best days lie ahead of me.”
Sharon chortled. “You’re in a mental institution, your family disowned you…”
“A temporary setback.”
Sharon licked the bishop, then set it down on a square. “You’ve no money. You’re notorious on the outside since your involvement in that failed coup. And besides, you’ll never get out of here. Even the nurses try to avoid you. When it comes down to it, what do you have left?”
Leo shrugged, then smiled. “I have my pride.”
“Well — regardless. Checkmate.”
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