The Butler Did It
An exclusive Paranormal Fantasy Flash Fiction story inspired by my vampire novel, Being Human
The Butler Did It
An Paranormal Fantasy Flash Fiction story with a poll at the end. Please vote! ✅
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“How did you know it was the butler?”
My brother sighed at my question from across the table. “We explained the rules and you said you understood.”
Next to me, my niece was giggling. I had no idea what was funny. Focusing on my brother, I nodded. “I do. I just don’t understand how you figured it was the butler with the candlestick in the library.” I picked up the plastic prop. “You can’t kill anyone with this.”
Rissa, my brother’s wife, took the prop. “Tommy, it’s pretend, remember? No one dies. Each game has a new murderer. Next time might be Miss Scarlet with the rope.”
My niece bounced in her seat. “Yes! Let’s play again!”
“No. It’s past your bedtime,” my brother said.
My niece widened her eyes and stuck out her lower lip. I examined the expression then mimicked it.”
My brother shuddered. “Don’t mimic a twelve year old girl. It’s even more creepy than normal.”
Rissa ushered my niece to bed as my brother packed the game. I remained at the table. My brother paused. “What is it?”
I tilted my head. “I think I had fun.”
My brother smiled. “Of course you did, lil bro.”
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This is so fun! It helps that Clue is my favorite board game. 😊
I used to love this game so much. I even had a small, travel version I used to take on holidays when I was younger and we'd play it in the hotels and villas. I loved the movie they made based on it, too, with Tim Curry as the butler. It's really clever. This has made me want to play it again! 😎