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Rated: E · Short Story · Contest Entry · #1501106
A crime of passion (Amazing 55 Word Story entry)
Out of Control

Seth stared at his hands, aghast, the red stains of his crime plainly visible.  He hadn't meant to do it, but they'd taunted him and he'd lost all control.  He could scarcely imagine the consequences; justice was only occasionally practiced here.  Perhaps, a direct plea for mercy...?

"Uhh, Ma?  About that box of jelly doughnuts..."

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