Crik (63 page)

‘Jack.’

The softly spoken word did not have a hollow tint. It took a long moment before Jack realised it was not his shadow that spoke. Excited, he waved away the thick cloud that billowed from the candle. Through the parting mist, he saw his mother appraising him with two bright eyes. A smile softened her face as she looked upon him.

‘My son, you have come home to me.’

THE END

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Karl Beer

Karl Beer was born and raised in Swansea, Wales, UK. Living beside the beautiful Gower coastline gave endless inspiration that has fed into his writing. He has gained a Creative Writing education through The Open University. He works at the Swansea University Research Department and spends his spare time writing and enjoying his time with his wife Helen.

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