Hi there! Today I am again attempting to play a 100 words for Rochelle’s Friday Fictioneers on a photo kindly provided by Roger Bultot. If you want to join in or read the other stories inspired by this prompt, click here. Thank you Rochelle and Roger.

The Collapse of a Merger
Words 100
There were smiles and claps all around as they shook hands and embraced.
The envisaged final outcome promised to set an example to the world. The wide arched span, bolstered modern support systems and thoughtful inclusion of futuristic elements, instilled confidence and joy in all.
Money exchanged hands, deadlines were set and tasks assigned. In keeping with the design requirements, work began simultaneously from both ends.
Over time, differences arose, however, yielding to pressure from senior advisors, all activities were completed on time.
Barely into the first monsoon, the foundation collapsed and the entire structure toppled over
Another failed marriage.
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Interesting metaphor.
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Thank you Rupali 🙂
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I wonder who kept all the pilings
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Err that’s subjudice…
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Yes. marriage is built on the foundations of trust, a fragile base of emotional minefields. Well so I am told.
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You’ve been rightly informed 😀
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such is life.
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Indeed. Thank you 🙂
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With the money exchanged, I wonder if this was an arranged marriage? Great metaphor.
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Yes, it was an arranged marriage. Thank you Brenda!
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Great take and a very good read!
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Thanks a lot Nancy!
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A good comparison.
Tracey
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Thanks a lot Tracey 🙂
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It wasn’t meant to be. Nice one, Dahlia.
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Thanks Keith
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Marriage or stucture when forced rarely can weather a storm. Great tale, Dahlia.
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Thanks a lot!😊
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After reading the last line, of course I re-read it. Very cleverly concealed and conveyed, Dahlia.
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Thanks so much Lisa!
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You’re welcome.
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Great comparision
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Thanks a lot Ferdi
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Dear Dahlia,
It seems it’s the human factor that messes things up. Well done.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Thank you Rochelle
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A great metaphor. Well done.
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Thank you Russell
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