Worse than Death
Words 100
The perfect night for ghosts, he thought as he trudged into the darkness.
The winds shrieked and swirled about him ruffling the white sheet draped around his shoulders like a cape. He clutched it closer.
Why the hell did I agree to this dare?
Scare ghosts with a sheet? Sheesh.
Chanting the Hanuman Chalisa* over the rattle of the shutters, he stepped inside.
What could he take as proof?
“Mammaaa!”
Was that a…ghost?
“What are you doing here?” He asked the girl from down the street.
“Hiding.”
“Here? Aren’t you afraid of ghosts?”
“Ghosts can only kill you.”
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* Hanuman Chalisa is considered to be one of the most powerful mantras to overcome obstacles and remove fear especially of ghosts and black magic.
Written for the Friday Fictioneers – a story in 100 words or less. Thanks to Rochelle for hosting the challenge and Sarah Potter for the photo prompt. To read the other stories inspired by this prompt click here.
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