“Lay down your weapon, Ranger.” Shandra smelled the recruit’s fear, as would their prey. “It won’t buy safety here.” The greenling, ignorant of the dangers before her, sneered at her alien partner. “Really? You got something better?” Shandra extended claws, ripping the blaster from her hand. “A lifetime of experience.”
Was a part of the Friday Fix. I had a lot fun too. Experience is like common sense. It will take us very far and also help to save lives. Mostly, our own.
I remember this one, Dascha! It’s a neat story. I forgot about the random Wikipedia articles prompt. I’ll have to try it again soon! Thanks for sharing.
Youth and bravado versus age and experience. They each have their place but it's good to remember where you are on the battlefield 😉
Was a part of the Friday Fix. I had a lot fun too. Experience is like common sense. It will take us very far and also help to save lives. Mostly, our own.
For some reason this sounds like You 😁
The Friday Fix got me started writing microfiction. Good times. 🙂
Where do you get your pictures? They are so diverse and match with your stories!
I remember this one, Dascha! It’s a neat story. I forgot about the random Wikipedia articles prompt. I’ll have to try it again soon! Thanks for sharing.