I can't believe it's already July! Are you guys on holiday? What are your plans for the summer?
Today, I'm continuing with the story and we're going to find out a little more about Kaila's surroundings. She's finally arrived to Sloth's door and this is what she sees.
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Dropping her backpack with provisions on the floor, she stared at the gigantic
doors which
depicted images of a world of decay, destroyed by the human’s laziness or – she
cocked her head- their obsession with work. She moved closer to the curious
design on the right. Men and women dressed in business attire were set up in
single file lines, empty sockets staring at piles of gold. She snorted. No
doubt, Greed had helped designed this door. Her gaze drew downwards. She
started. The men and women staring at the gold were standing over a pile of
bodies. She grimaced at the grotesque site.
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Nice, Elyzabeth! Powerful bit of imagery!
ReplyDeleteOh my, I reckon those doors would keep anyone out. Not her, I wager, mind you ;-) Such a fascinating world you paint here.
ReplyDeleteWell that is grotesque but effective!
ReplyDeleteThis took an interesting turn! Sloth might be destructive, but Greed has a lot to answer for. :-)
ReplyDeleteOutstanding and what a surprise.
ReplyDeleteInteresting door. I assume it either foreshadows or comments on the action of the story.
ReplyDeleteBTW, I forgot to add my snippet to the WeWriWa list, but it’s up and eager for readers.
Oh wow. what a bleak scene she's observing!
ReplyDeleteJuly already--I know! I have tomorrow off (for the holiday) but will likely work overtime next week to make up for it. ~sigh~ Work is crazy right now. I feel like I might be one of the people in your scene. I'm not obsessed with work, though. I'd rather be off. lol We have a beach trip planned for early autumn. Can't wait. :-)
Where did this year go? I agree! Very effective imagery in this snippet!
ReplyDeleteOoo I like this snippet and the image you painted with the business suits. Wonder what she'll see next!
ReplyDeleteOh dear. You've got me even more intrigued. Doesn't bode well for what lies behind the door.
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