Lynne Buttercase

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jan, 2021

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“Bloodless” by Lynne Buttercase

Submitted to Contest #79

Mehmed stood motionless, his arms hung relaxed at his sides, his posture betraying no hint of unease as he watched the wild animal circling him. Mustafa carefully stepped one foot over the other as he moved sideways around the room. His narrowed eyes trained on the tall, lean, graceful figure of his brother standing in the middle of the chamber. His distorted shadow flitted across the opulent blue and white tiled walls behind him, illuminated by the dull flickering candlelight. Mustafa’s size was reminiscent of a bear but his delicate moveme...

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“Forgive & forget” by Lynne Buttercase

Submitted to Contest #76

“What?” Evelyn’s question was abrupt. Her eyes snapped to Michelle’s face momentarily before drifting back to study her hands. “What did he do?” said Michelle. “… Mum? What did he do?.” Her tone was patient and calm but her eyes belied weariness. Evelyn concentrated on the button on her cardigan. “Mum… ?” “I told you.” Michelle sighed. “I told you what he did.” said Evelyn. “He… but he was a good man… a handsome man.” Her eyes twinkled as she imagined his face. Her trembling lips straightened into a warm smile. “Yes! He was handsome. Oh I re...

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