Tuesday, November 21, 2006

Chapter 7 - The Trial

Not at all what I expected, he seemed to think but wasn’t sure. He was slowly drifting downwards, or upwards, who knows, almost like a leaf fluttering to the ground. A leaf flutters a lot quicker though, thought Sinister. Around him he could make out little stars waving at him, winking and grinning.

With a slight bump he reached the ground. He was inside some kind of cave. The cave of the Beast! Somewhat bewildered now, Sinister glanced at his surroundings. He was definitely inside a cave. The cave was virtually empty, except for a pervasive smell, somewhat reminiscent of the odour found in the kitchens of King Blink’s palace. Not a particularly pleasant smell, Sinister now thought. A small placard next to him stated: “Thank you for leaping. Please take a card.”

‘Take a card?’ thought Sinister, bewildered. What card? Then he saw the small, neat pile of cards stacked next to the placard. Gingerly he took one, expecting it to jump for his throat at any moment. But no, the card simply had some text on it:


The Leap of Death Experience Feedback Poll

We’d like to hear from you!

Please rate your experience…

1. I leapt with…

A. Joy B. Pleasurable anticipation C. Some hesitation

2. If I could leap again, I would…

A. Jump at the opportunity B. Consider it C. Say no

3. Would you recommend The Leap of Death Experience to your friends?

A. Yes B. Quite possibly C. Most definitely


Glancing around for a writing utility of some kind, Sinister saw a pencil lying next to the cards. Diligently he completed the card but finding no place to put the completed card, he placed it in his pocket.

Gazing through the dim light, he made out a small opening at the back of the cave. There wasn’t anywhere else to go, so he continued through the opening and almost died.

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