[Write the Story] A Lucky Break
Prompt: A Lucky Break
Words: City Hall, feminist, myth, interpreter, maverick, raccoon, radiant, scram, off-switch, logic
Story
“How did you get the interview?†Miranda tried to be happy, but she had a hitch in her voice. “I’ve been trying to get my foot in the door of City Hall for years.â€
Lauren shrugged as she rummaged through a tattered bag. “Maybe it was my stellar resume…†Miranda barely suppressed a snort. “Or maybe it was because I beat a rabid raccoon off the mayor.â€
“What?†Miranda’s mind went blank as if shut down by an off-switch. “You’re not going to become some kind of mutant super villain, are you?â€
“It wasn’t a radioactive raccoon, Miranda. That’s a comic book myth, but it would be cool. Hey!†Lauren whirled and jabbed a finger. “You went straight to villain! Why not hero?â€
“You’re a maverick. You’re a flaming, loud-mouthed feminist. At the first sign of trouble, you scream. That’s not hero material.â€
“By that logic, neither are you, Miss Miranda.†Lauren’s smirk carried a radiant quality. “We are very much alike.â€
“Of course, because we’re twins.â€
“Then a success for one should be a success for both.â€
Miranda couldn’t come up with words. “Okay, I might actually need an interpreter for that one.â€
“If I get the job, I can open doors for both of us.†Lauren put her hands on Miranda’s shoulders. “First City Hall, then the world. This is our lucky break.â€
“Totally the villain.â€
Word Count: 228
Written: 4/11/19