Mini Tales of Xena and Gabrielle
By IseQween
A few years ago, Wishes (Judith K. Parker) read The World's Shortest Stories, edited by Steve Moss (Running Press, Philadelphia, 1998), and challenged fans to write 55-word Xena: Warrior Princess fiction (hosted by The Royal Academy of Bards at academyofbards.org), which inspired the following. -- IQ
NOSTALGIA
(November 2007)
Sun glinted off sand as in Egypt, ocean mirroring clouds like on the voyage from Chin. Mist-crowned peaks that could’ve been in Japa rose above a valley blazing the colors of India.
"Ever miss the good old days?"
"Mmm, not this morning." Xena noticed riders in the distance pursuing a caravan. "And there’s always tomorrow."
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