An Understanding
Brandy threw a fit
She just about had it.
The curses that flew
Some of the things she said
Bruce wasn't even sure he knew.
She was trying to nurse her burnt hand
He approached with caution.
Not sure her unleashed temper
Was something he wished to withstand.
"Here let me see?"
She just glared at him.
"Brandy?"
"It's fine! I'm fine!"
She held her hand close to her chest
"Give it here."
Bruce pressed.
Brandy thought once again to refuse
But seeing the determination on Bruce's face
She knew this was a battle she'd lose.
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It hurt like hell
She held out her palm
It already started to blister.
"Damn it!" she heard him whisper.
He walked away and got his balm.
The same stuff Lou use to put on his scars
He opened the jar
Brandy covered her nose.
"What is that smell?!"
He swiped out some of the gel.
"It smells bad but it works great.
It's what I used on my burns."
He wiped it gently over her palm
"I'm sorry I got irate."
His apology took her by surprise.
"I just couldn't handle Jacob talking about Lou
Like he knew all she put herself through."
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Busted Gulch Volume 12
AdventureA stranger has come to Busted Gulch hoping to exploit the town. Will he succeed or will his past stand in his way. Come read Busted Gulch vol 12 a Western story told by a collaboration of authors and poets from around the globe in poetry and prose...
