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The Inheritance 7

8/20/2013

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Today's prompt is rough, which is something that Levi is finding his life to be in this selection, There's a change in POV and we get to hear his side of the story.












Levi watched the woman walk away with a sigh. He’d enjoy watching her rounded hips climb the path, but what was the use? Clearly, she wanted nothing to do with him. Turning to stare at the water, he watched the early morning light slide across the lake. Shoving both hands in his pockets, he pondered his gentle rejection. He’d never earned a reputation as a charmer, which he just amply demonstrated.

Squatting near the edge of the dock, he grabbed the rope tethering the rowboat to the dock and pulled it closer. He might as well go for a row, not as if anything else was going to happen this morning. He awkwardly lowered himself to the dock keeping his left leg out straight. His mysterious woman didn’t even know that combat turned him into a cripple, but she still passed on him. Putting all his weight on his real leg, he eased himself into the boat. Some of the amputees at the rehab assured him that his new leg would be easier to use than his remaining one, but he doubted it.

What was he thinking, flirting with a woman? It would only last until she got a glance at the straps attaching his new leg to his stump. Then, she’d disappear with some mumbled excuse that she had to look for her dog or something. The thought surprised a harsh bark of laughter. Well, no matter, the woman already used that excuse.

The rope came loose from the pier after he flicked the rope a couple times, releasing it from its hook. His left hand steadied his balance as he reached for an oar. Slick cool wood rested under his fingers. The slats he and his uncle bent together to shape the vessel. He never appreciated what he had then. Wisdom always came too late.




19 Comments
Iris link
8/19/2013 12:29:45 pm

Oh wow ... what a nice twist in the story. Can't wait for more!

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Morgan Wyatt
8/19/2013 08:38:24 pm

Good Morning Iris,
Believe or not, I kinda let the characters write their own story and there is more to come too. Thanks for stopping by.

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V.L. Locey link
8/19/2013 08:38:13 pm

What Iris said!

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Morgan K Wyatt
8/19/2013 09:09:33 pm

Thanks V.L.

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Sarah Cass link
8/20/2013 02:40:01 am

I love being able to see his side of the story. It shows he's not a bad guy at all...I'm curious how these two will manage. And he's wrong about one thing - I doubt for a second she'd turn away just because of his prosthetic.

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MorganK Wyatt
8/20/2013 05:57:34 am

Sarah you know Melody so well. It won't be easy since they pretty much hate what they think each other represents.

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Catherine Greenfeder link
8/20/2013 06:06:41 am

Wow! Truly touching and wonderful insight into the character. I felt a lot of sympathy for him.

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Morgan K Wyatt
8/20/2013 10:13:57 am

I had to decide who I wanted him to be. He couldn't be a total jerk. LOL

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Lindsay Downs
8/20/2013 10:34:33 am

Love the scene and the reveal

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Morgan K Wyatt
8/21/2013 03:27:59 am

Levi was a surprise to me too. There's more layers to peel off of this complicated man.

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Jean Joachim
8/21/2013 09:01:38 pm

Great twist!! He's morphed into a sympathetic character from an unsympathetic one.Well done! Anxious to see where this story is going to go. Hope you can find a synonym for "stump", it's a harsh word that took me out of the story for a moment.

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Morgan K Wyatt
8/25/2013 03:37:37 am

Hi Jean,
I am thinking thigh is about the best I can as far as a replacement word.

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Trisha Faye link
8/22/2013 03:29:07 pm

Nicely done. I have to go back and catch up on the story. I could feel his pain and conflicting emotions. I loved the last two lines you closed with!

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Morgan K Wyatt
8/25/2013 03:38:46 am

Hi Trisha,

I am starting to think in 300 word bites. :) Thanks for your comments.

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Sherry Gloag link
8/23/2013 05:43:10 am

I agree, I so want to read more of this story.

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Morgan K Wyatt
8/25/2013 03:39:49 am

Hi Sherry,
Lucky for you, I have more written. :)

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Stefan Ellery link
8/25/2013 10:09:06 am

I hope things begin to look up for him.

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Jillian
8/25/2013 10:57:06 am

I love this scene. Nicely done!

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Tricia
8/25/2013 01:08:40 pm

Wow! I love the fact that you did explore Levi's side of the story. Now I can totaly see these two together. I can't wait to read more!

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