Sydon Kofahl

Berkay G.

English

Jerry fearfully stumbled backwards, searching for answers in the woman’s face. “This is the path you chose, Jerry, there’s no turning back.” The woman and creature say in unison. Understanding his fate, Jerry reluctantly takes the woman’s hand.

Holding hands Jerry, the woman and the creature step on the stage and walk over to the microphone. They recite the poem, first in unity then in a sort of canon. The audience erupts in tears and heartbreak and reaching the third verse soldiers with machine guns start pouring in.

“They have saved a seat for you, Jerry,” the creature rasped. The woman took two steps toward the monstrosity and reached her hand out to Jerry.

Night Owls: Part II

This story is a sequel