In the light of day, the narrow street appears menacing. It had a quaint charm last night.
Today, I must show the polizia where everything happened.
It was a brisk evening. We met for wine and spuntino.
Later, we walked through these ancient streets, his muscular arm warming my shoulders.
Lovers passed us engrossed in each other’s eyes, a travelers concept of Italian romance.
His full lips rivaled dark-captivating eyes as they draw me in. Romance was in the air.
Regretfully, forever, I’ll remember this nightmare and the scent of his garlic breath.
Now, police search for my horrid rapist.
2020©Isadora DeLaVega
Genre: Flash Fiction
Word Count: 100
Photo Prompt:©Rowena Curtin
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Polizia – Italian: police
Spuntino – Italian: snacks
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*****I missed last weeks writing challenge with this fun photo prompt. I think this photo can be added to this story. Enjoy …
Inside the Mind of Isadora 
October 7, 2020 at 12:46 am
blech. For the rapist with the garlic breath. Well done story, though…
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October 7, 2020 at 9:17 pm
Thanks, Na’ama. She could have done without the rape and perhaps tolerated his garlic breath. I appreciate your reading and commenting. Have a great day … Be Safe
Isadora 😎
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October 6, 2020 at 8:21 am
A terrible event, made even worse by the scented garlic breath. Ugh!
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October 6, 2020 at 4:12 pm
For sure, garlic will be her nemesis. Poor judgment can create long lasting unpleasant memories. Thank you, Sandra. Have a great day … Be Safe
Isadora 😎
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October 5, 2020 at 7:45 am
a true horror. Well written tale. The beginning is set up so sweetly for that turn mid story.
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October 6, 2020 at 4:14 pm
I think that in more than 100 words the impact would be less. I’m glad I created it in 100 words and that it left you engaged. Thank you, Laurie for visiting and commenting. Have a great day … Be Safe
Isadora 😎
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October 5, 2020 at 2:53 am
At least we know he ISN’T a vampire! I like how the narrow street that seemed so romantic before now looks menacing. So sorry her vacation along with her sense of safety have have destroyed by another.
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October 6, 2020 at 4:07 pm
Well, you know how they say that things always look different in the light of day, I think she realized that trusty too quickly can lead to a disastrous event. Thank you, Jade. Have a great day … Be Safe
Isadora 😎
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October 4, 2020 at 9:27 pm
A terrible yet all too believable story. Well done.
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October 6, 2020 at 4:04 pm
Ah yes, life can bring on a twist such as this. Even the most seasoned traveler can be caught by someone in someway. Thank you for reading and commenting. Have a great day … Be Safe
Isadora 😎
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October 4, 2020 at 7:16 pm
I think that was the most romantic rape scene ever. The last line threw me. I was expecting a murder, maybe they witnessed something. I got lulled in to the romantic scene. Excellent, horrific twist.
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October 6, 2020 at 4:02 pm
I’m smiling from your wonderful comment, Nobbinmaug. I used to write a lot of romantic stories then switched to different vignettes of life. I think this is something that could happen to a single lady traveling alone in a place that exudes romance. I’ll keep your comment in mind next time I decide on a story. Thank You … Have a great day … Be Safe
Isadora 😎
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October 4, 2020 at 7:05 pm
Really a bad ending… and the garlic will stay on.
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October 6, 2020 at 3:56 pm
Yes, the power of garlic. Thanks, Bjorn.
Have a great day … Be Safe
Isadora 😎
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October 4, 2020 at 6:48 pm
This week s photo at Friday Fictioneers comes from Janet Webb. Interesting one this. Apologies to all those I couldn t get to last week due to internet restrictions. Should be easier this week heading to Spain today. ?? There has to be some sun somewhere and I m reliably informed that s where it s hiding.
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October 3, 2020 at 11:01 pm
Awesome write, Isadora! 🙂 BTW, I’m not on FB anymore. So, I’m trying to figure out the new “block” formatting here. I’ll get it, eventually. 🙂
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October 3, 2020 at 11:06 pm
It’s nice to see you here, Bear. I’ve tired of FB due to the political banter. I’ve always enjoyed my blog and the blogs of others too. Thanks for the good words on my story. It’s much appreciated. GOOD LUCK with the new WP posting method. I hate it. I wrote and told them so. It’s for techie people. I’m just a gal who wants to write and post. It takes forever to learn and create posts … OR … maybe, i’m just not technical enough to understand. I really do hope you figure it out. I’d love to see your wonderful writing again. Have a great weekend … Be Safe
Isadora 😎
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October 4, 2020 at 2:59 pm
Thanks! Hey, could you bop a message to Alicia Jamtaas for me and let her know I’m not on FB. She’s the only one I haven’t found here so far. I’ll figure this new one out if I have to enlist a geek (hubby) for help. I’m sporting a brand new computer this morning . No refurb this time, an honest to goodness new computer. Thanks to a special program for people with disabilities. I’ll have some community service to do at their place, but that’s more than okay.
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October 6, 2020 at 3:46 pm
Will do … 😎
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October 6, 2020 at 5:58 pm
Thanks! I did finally find her here. Forgot the name of her blog. LOL! Picked up some yarn today for a scarf. Getting chilly here.
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October 6, 2020 at 9:39 pm
Ooppsss … I don’t think I was fast enough. ~~~ : – ) I just finished a scarf for my grandson for x’mas. Now, I’m working on a hat for my son-in-law to be next June. LOL I’ve been eyeing some yarn. I’m trying to keep my purse closed. : )
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October 7, 2020 at 1:05 pm
Hehe! My scarf became a cowl and making matching hand warmers to go with
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October 3, 2020 at 6:22 pm
Oh no! I wasn’t expecting that but I like the way you wove a story from two photos.
Susan A Eames at
Travel, Fiction and Photos
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October 3, 2020 at 11:01 pm
I was going for a romantic story but then I had a paragraph written for last weeks prompt. I decided to combine the two stories. I’m pleased you enjoyed my story. Thank you for reading and commenting. Have a great weekend … Be Safe
Isadora 😎
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October 2, 2020 at 10:28 pm
oh no, i was hoping for a happy ending.
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October 6, 2020 at 3:50 pm
Me too, but only in fairytales are there always happy endings. Glad you enjoyed my story and commented, Plaridel. Thank you! Have a great day … Be Safe
Isadora 😎
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October 2, 2020 at 6:24 pm
Oh! A tragic twist! I was hoping for romance. Well done!
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October 2, 2020 at 6:56 pm
I wasn’t going to go that way but this weeks prompt created a swift turn. I had started the story for last weeks prompt but lost track of days and missed posting. I’m happy you enjoyed the twist at the end, Sue.
Thank You … Be well … Be Safe
Isadora 😎
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October 2, 2020 at 3:19 pm
Querida Isadora,
Your story fit both prompts to a T. You took us on her journey…from bliss to the abyss…right down to the garlic breath. Tan bien escrito, mi amiga.
Shalom y abrazos,
Rochelle
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October 2, 2020 at 6:11 pm
Querida Rochelle,
I lost track of my weekdays last week so I missed the great photo from Dale. I thought – Why not add it to this week? I’m pleased I did. I believe my protagonist in this story was filled with Italian moonbeams of love while throwing caution to the wind.
Gracias por sus palabras muy amables …
Abrazos y Carino, Be well … Be Safe
Isadora 😎 💜
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October 2, 2020 at 2:55 pm
Good combination, for a traumatic story. Well written.
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October 2, 2020 at 5:25 pm
Thanks, Iain. I looked at the photo and nothing showed up. I slept on it and the story unfolded. Lucky me … 👍😊😎 Be Safe
Isadora
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October 2, 2020 at 2:39 pm
Can’ be too careful, I guess. A shockingly abrupt ending for what started as a romantic tale.
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October 2, 2020 at 5:47 pm
One can never know what lurks behind the smile of a stranger. Italian moonbeams blinding her from being cautious. Be well … Be Safe
Isadora 😎
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October 2, 2020 at 1:11 pm
…and it started out so well. Excellent Isadora.
Here’s mine!
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October 2, 2020 at 5:48 pm
Thanks, Keith. As with all stories, they don’t always end well. I believe she threw caution to the wind. Be well … Be Safe
Isadora 😎
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October 1, 2020 at 11:55 pm
Wow Isadora….I didn’t expect that ending. I was all romantic too until WHAM!!!!
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October 2, 2020 at 5:50 pm
I don’t think my protagonist did either. She got herself in a strange situation because of Italian moonbeams blinding her from caution.
Thanks for your great comment. Be well … Be Safe
Isadora 😎
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October 1, 2020 at 11:54 pm
Two for the price of one. Well doone, Isadora
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October 2, 2020 at 7:35 pm
HAHA … I always like a bargain. I thought my readers would too. Thanks, Neil. Be well … Be Safe
Isadora 😎
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