• Published 20th Dec 2019
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150 or Below - KwirkyJ



Exploring truths expressed in not more than 150 words.

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Gloom

It was night in the filly's room. The cake had been eaten, ice cream smudged, games played. Ribbons and wrappings of new toys littered the room in the sudden gloom.

Diamond buried her muzzle in her plush pillow as her daddy pulled the covers over her.

"Daddy?"

Her tone was different from her typical self-assuredness... brittle and cautious. She didn't move.

"Yes, princess?"

"I miss Mommy."

He tucked the comforter extra tight around her withers.

"I do, too."

Together, they existed for a time. She curled up; he leaning against the bedframe.

Eventually, she shifted -- enough to show a wan smile.

"Thank you for the party, Daddy."

He smiled back. "Anything for my little princess."

She nuzzled the pillow again. "Good night, Daddy."

"Good night."

With that, he rose and made his way to the door.

"Daddy?"

"Yes, princess?"

"I love you."

"I love you too, TiĆ”. Sleep well."

Author's Note:

Written for the July 2021 prompt, "Anniversary"