Title: The Clock Is Ticking
Author: SLN1
Rating: T
Word Count: 100
Authors Note: Apologies for two in a row but I might as well post this while I'm here. Originally written in July 2009 for a '33' prompt. I tried something a little different.
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33 minutes left as Bill cradled her in his arms and carried her to the raptor.
29 as Laura waved and smiled a loving farewell to Lee and Kara.
27 remaining as they flew over a herd of antelope grazing on the verdant grasslands.
19 minutes and a swathe of purple flowers carpeted the ground.
11 minutes left and the lake came into view.
6 as Bill flew low around the shore and across the water.
1 minute and flamingos flew honour guard.
So much life and the perfect spot for their cabin. Paradise found as Laura’s soul jumped away