Here’s my contribution to this week’s Flash Fiction for Aspiring Writers prompt from Priceless Joy. Thanks once again Joy..
Fred cleared his throat nervously in the silence. His allergies had been playing up all day, and the tickle at the back of his throat was becoming unbearable. His eyes began to water as he fought to keep from breaking into a coughing fit. But the prize was so close now, he had to hold himself together.
The others stood around him in a circle – hoods drawn down over their faces. Only their shoes gave away their vocation.
“It is time.” A hooded figure broke away from the circle and walked over to Fred. “Bring me the Nose.” Another hooded figure approached, holding a black velvet cushion. Fred stared transfixed at the shiny red nose which sat atop the cushion.
The hooded figure picked up the nose and held it high. Behold Brothers, the mark of the Clown. He stooped down and affixed the nose on Fred. From this day forth, you will be known as Frozo. Welcome Brother.
Frozo sneezed, his shiny new nose flying off into the smoke filled room.
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I always suspected there was something mysterious about clowns. The Brotherhood of the Clown confirms my suspicions!
I hope he doesn’t get punished for sneezing his coveted Nose across the room. Maybe they’ll think it’s funny 🙂
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In hoping they’ll see the funny side! 🙂
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This is a really great idea and written so beautifully, Az. I love the image of the dark circle of hooded men. The Brotherhood of Clowns sounds like an awesome ‘association’. A really excellent story, told with humour and style. 🙂
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Thanks Millie 🙂 I didn’t really think too much about this one to be honest, it’s one of those stories which ‘wrote itself’!
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What a fun story! Love how the Brotherhood of the Clowns make a special “ceremony” to welcome a new member. Loved the sense of humor 😃
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Thanks lrod! You never know, the Brotherhood of Clowns might be real! 😉
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Such a great story! Poor Frozo isn’t off to good start. However , he has been accepted in thus far, and that gives him his chance to do well. Now, if he can just get his allergies calmed down!
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Yes 🙂 maybe some good anti histamines might do the trick!
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Loved the humor and the suspense. Was intrigued to find out about the prize and the people with hoods over their faces.
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Thankyou! Glad you enjoyed it!
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“Brotherhood of clowns”, creative! Poor Frozo, on his inauguration, he jus had to be sick. Hopefully, it doesn’t mean he’s out of the clown association for knowing off his nose 😉
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Well they’re in a catch 22- he disrespected the sacred nose but they are clowns afterall! :p
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I love this! The Brotherhood of the Clown sounds like an interesting organisation. 🙂
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thankyou!
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