Summary

A soaking-wet stranger reveals her connection to Charity and her intent to harm her, only to discover that Diera and Pike are also seeking revenge.

Abstract

In the fantasy drabble titled "Stick Them with the Pointy End," part of the "Searching for Charity" series, a drenched stranger confesses to Diera and Pike that Charity was her lover. The conversation takes a turn when Pike suggests Charity's preference for "a**holes," and the stranger, after removing her wet cloak to reveal an array of throwing knives, learns that Diera and Pike are also out for vengeance. The chapter ends with a reference to the previous and next chapters, acknowledging the story's serialized nature and the "Drabble Challenge for Authors" that inspired it. The author invites readers to support the series by engaging with more of their fictional works, subscribing to their email list, or joining Medium through their referral link.

Opinions

The stranger's initial statement sets a tone of personal connection and betrayal.
Pike's casual demeanor and Diera's defensive reaction suggest a dynamic where humor is used to diffuse tension.
The stranger's arsenal of throwing knives and the mention of pointy ears imply a world where physical prowess and perhaps elven characteristics are relevant.
The revelation that Diera and Pike are also seeking to harm Charity creates a twist, aligning the stranger's motives with the protagonists.
The author's direct appeal to the reader for support indicates a desire for audience engagement and investment in the story's progression.

FICTION | CHALLENGE | DRABBLE | FANTASY

Stick Them with the Pointy End

Searching for Charity №5 — The stranger reveals her secret …

“She was my lover,” the soaking-wet stranger said.

“Charity always had a thing for ….”

Diera clicked her fingers nervously.

“A**holes?” Pike suggested.

“Excuse me?!”

“No need to,” Pike handed the stranger a blanket.

She threw her wet cloak off, revealing an assortment of throwing knives.

“Your ears are not as pointy.”

“You stick people with the pointy end,” the stranger fumed.

“Believe me, Diera’s ears are useless in a fight.”

Diera glared at Pike, then at the woman.

“So you are the scorned lover trying to kill Charity.”

“No, I thought ….”

“We are,” Pike completed her sentence.

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This is another instalment of my short story published in drabble instalments. The idea was inspired by JF Danskin’s “A Drabble Challenge for Authors” challenge.

Read part one of “Searching for Charity” here.

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My gosh! Now, she also needs a blanket. You can help the stranger with a warm blanket by reading my fictional tales, subscribing to my email list or joining Medium with my referral link.