Angel That Rolls – Photo by Alastair Forbes
She was not supposed to have any contact with humans. She ignored the rule. Sitting outside a cafe, she watched people walk by as she sipped on lemonade.
“Ahem,” he said.
Looking over, she saw a man. He had warm brown eyes, rusty brown hair, a strong square jaw and a mustache. He was gorgeous and he was looking at her. They both stared at one another.
“May I introduce myself?” he asked.
Still staring, she nodded. “My name is Charles. Charles Rolls,” he said. “This might seem a bit impertinent, but may I join you?”
Tongue-tied she nodded her head. He pulled the chair back, sat and struck up conversation. Soon they were talking animatedly. The talk turned to cars, and he offered her a ride in his. Off they went.
She loved the ride. At the end of the day, when it was time to go, she kissed him on the cheek. Removing her coat, she spread her wings, winked at Charles and flew off.
Charles never wanted to forget her and the time they spent together. To commemorate her, he had her effigy created. Today one can see her on the hoods of all the Rolls-Royce cars.
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A huge thanks goes out to Alastair Forbes of Sunday Photo Fiction for the inspiring photo and for hosting this flash fiction challenge.
Sunday Photo Fiction
To you dear reader, thank you for taking the time to stop by. I hope that you enjoyed my bit of flash fiction. Have a splendid Sunday and be well… ^..^
I really really really liked this one–the bit of romance pleased me.
I am glad that you enjoyed the story. It was a fun one to write!
That’s the best kind–fun to write!
It is!
How romantic. And away she flew! Wonder if he had been dreaming or maybe drinking? Interesting way of keeping her and his thoughts alive.
I am glad that you enjoyed the story!
Very inventive story.
DJ
Thanks Danny!
What a great story to start my week! Thanks Barb for always brightening my day!
You are welcome and you brighten mine too!
A very creative take on the picture and history.
Thank you Francesca!
Haha! Delightful story! 🙂
I am glad you enjoyed it!
The story behind the legend. Nicely done!
Could be, and thanks Roger!
Nice story! I enjoyed it. 🙂
🙂 Thank you Joy!
What a sweet story.
I am glad you enjoyed it.
Nicely done. 🙂
Thank you JB!
Nice story for the creation of the “Spirit of Ecstasy”. I’ll bet Rolls and Royce would enjoy it as your version is much more whimsical than how the ornament really came into existence, which is also interesting.
Thanks PJ!