
Add to basket(A short story of 1660 words)
The Turkey Cock
Literary
by Brindley Hallam Dennis
This story is about proportionality.
The taxi rank was tucked against the wall downhill from the station. Two women laden with shopping bags were climbing into the last taxi. Manx loitered awkwardly on the pavement, waiting for the next one to pull up. A little man with bird bright eyes followed him down and stood beside him.
You must be a clever bloke, the little man said, pointing to Manx’s briefcase, and staring into his eyes.
Not especially, Manx said, feeling uncomfortable.
Oh, I’m sure you are, the little man said, still staring and stepping closer. I bet you’re very clever indeed...
The taxi rank was tucked against the wall downhill from the station. Two women laden with shopping bags were climbing into the last taxi. Manx loitered awkwardly on the pavement, waiting for the next one to pull up. A little man with bird bright eyes followed him down and stood beside him.
You must be a clever bloke, the little man said, pointing to Manx’s briefcase, and staring into his eyes.
Not especially, Manx said, feeling uncomfortable.
Oh, I’m sure you are, the little man said, still staring and stepping closer. I bet you’re very clever indeed...