My knuckles tensed white as I gripped the bridge’s outer railings. The wind lifted my hair and the crashing sound of rushing waters, hundreds of feet below, assaulted my ears. Thoughts of numerous pathetic attempts filled my brain.
‘This time I will do it,’ I told myself. ‘No more failures.’
I leaned forward and let go. I accelerated earthward as gravity took a hold. Terror engulfed me, but serenity quickly replaced the fear.
Ironically, I’d never felt so alive.
‘The bungee rope should tighten soon’ was the last thought I ever had as my face smashed into the freezing water.
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Dark Tales and Flash Fun
General FictionA thrilling and funny anthology of short stories and flash fiction drabbles designed to cheer up your day or frighten the life out of you. Each story will surprise you, or make you think, or bring a smile to your face. Some of the stories may do all...