Two Top - An Every Day Fiction Short Story

I wrote this story a couple years ago, and limiting it to under 1000 words was an amazingly difficult task. I absolutely love writing short stories, and sticking to concise language while refusing to blather on and on was not easy, but I enjoyed the challenge.

“The waiter brought my drinks and set them down with silent compassion beneath his lashes. The way his dark skater hair hung over his left eye reminded me of the 21 Jumpstreet days and I smiled at his adorable retroness. The flame tattoo behind his ear begged to be licked but honestly I wasn’t in the mood to entertain flirting, especially with someone who assumed I was easily walked upon by assholes.”

Read the full story here : https://everydayfiction.com/two-top-by-mary-kay-holmes/

Let me know what you think!