100wc#34 – The Treasure Hoard

Jane’s fortune lay in front of her. She had heard that it contained swords, pearls, diamonds, rubies and emeralds. Anxious to see what was inside, so as she lifted the lid, Jane heard footsteps. Instinctively, she drew her Samurai Sword, and was ready to defend. An evil-looking man came appeared as if from nowhere.

“What do you have there, girl?” He asked in a cold voice

“N…N..N..Nothing a..a.. S..S..Sir,” she stammered

“Nothing, is not an answer. I want all the gold!”

Jane swished the sword in the air aggressively. The man could not have been better prepared since he drew out a pistol…

Prompt: Phrase – “….so as she lifted the lid…”

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