This is my first go at Friday Fictioneers, where writers respond to a prompt with 100 words or less. Thank you to Rochelle for providing the following photo prompt.
Tunnel
Grace’s footsteps echoed as she entered the tunnel. For a moment, she turned back towards the light. A deep breath; then she continued.
The light flickered above her as always. Her hand gripped the wall. This was where the air had been torn from her lungs. The ground had swung upwards. Pain drilled through her. A long, gurgled scream—
Grace took deep breaths. Slowly returned to empty tunnel. It had not been any easier, but it had passed quicker today.
The tunnel had a twisted past. But for the first time, she saw light at the end of it.
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Words: 99 (close call)
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Pen & Paper 
I guess it’s time for her to leave in peace – that’s when you see the light, right?
Welcome aboard. 🙂
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I was going for a ray of hope in darkness, but you’re right, that is definitely one interpretation! And thank you, I’m very excited to join the writers’ community here on WordPress! I didn’t realise you participated in Friday Fictioneers, I’ll be sure to check out your writing 🙂
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I’m not able to participate every week but I try as and when I get the time. 🙂
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Oh, ok! I’m looking forward to reading more of your writing. I saw your entry for this prompt, looks like we both went for a similar idea! 🙂
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Like minded people. 😉
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This is my first time hearing about Friday Fictioneers! I love your response to it 🙂
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Thank you for reading, and for your kind words! Are you planning to give it a go sometime? 🙂
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I definitely think so. I’m normally really shy about these kind of things though!
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I totally understand what you mean! But I also feel it’s worth it if it gets your writing out there. I’m looking forward to reading what you come up with 😀
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