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The Neglected Mascot by MeAsTheNarrator, literature
Literature
The Neglected Mascot
Cursed Puppet
『 The Neglected Mascot 』
Not So Inanimate Doll
『 At First Glance』
In the market, pass the man that sells expensive dead fish, on the shelf of a merchant who is supposed to be selling fruit lives an 11-inch puppet. You approach with eyes ready for fruit but as you continue to stare at the doll, you find yourself almost in a daze. Its burgundy sew-through button eyes stare at you no matter when you move, its black double stitched mouth appears to be smiling in your direction. You shake your head as you could have sworn the puppet was frowning the moment you arrived at the merchant's stand. You look
The Most Beautiful Smile by elthereia, literature
Literature
The Most Beautiful Smile
The most beautiful smile I ever did see,
was not for a second directed at me.
He stood with praise and a gaze of thanks,
for everyone there among the ranks.
A hardwood casket came into view,
he waved a hand and bid adieu.
What a good act from a charitable boy,
moments like that fill my heart with joy.
He turned and smiled. I shed a tear
for the innocent child holding no fear.
He pointed and told me, 'That's my dad'
What an ugly week this boy must've had.
Acknowledging my pity, he took my hand,
"Don't cry for him lady, he knows where he stands."
Whispering with the wind, he looked at the sea,
"He'll forever be a hero to me."
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