She had photographed and
documented all the statues found on the river-bank.
They demanded attention,
protection and preservation.
All her pleas fell on deaf
ears.
There was no action.
Some months later, she was
shocked to find the priceless heritage missing.
Photo Prompt - Alicia Jamtaas |
Exploring deep inside the virgin forest, they found an ancient hut.
"Looks like there have
been regular visitors in the area formerly believed to be inaccessible and
inhabitable", she remarked.
"How, Madam?"
She pointed at the shiny new
lock on the main door of the "Heritage Hut."
The partially open window told
her that the hut’s name was perfect.
100 words story for Friday Fictioneers
What do you think such a ancient hut inside a forest contains? Would you dare or take risk to enter one such hut in the middle of nowhere on your own?
A portal to another dimension for sure. Or, perhaps, gingerbread men
ReplyDeleteHopefully it will be well looked after.
ReplyDeleteDear Anita,
ReplyDeleteAn interesting find in a virgin forest. Not so virgin. ;)
Shalom,
Rochelle
That was an interesting tale. I wonder who lives in the heritage hut now?
ReplyDeleteIf only the walls could talk!
ReplyDeleteVery interesting. Hope they maintain it properly.
ReplyDeleteShe is a civic-minded individual and has good detective skills, both desirable traits for public office.
ReplyDeleteAnd inside she found the statues?
ReplyDeleteWell, since she catalogued the heritage artefacts, and knows who has read her recommendations, she might have a good idea as to who stole them...
ReplyDeleteMaybe the missing statues. That would be a wonderful surprise for her.
ReplyDeleteHmmm... questions abound!
ReplyDeleteI think they'll find the statues there. Great mystery, and atmosphere.
ReplyDeleteI think the statues may have come to life and moved into the hut! An intriguing tale, well done.
ReplyDeleteHere's mine!
Sometimes the secrets of the past are more interesting when they remain unsolved.
ReplyDeleteI wonder what will be the contents of the hut!
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