Tom Cardin

Jerry Reynolds

 

A man is in the waiting room
He came to see the mister.
He’s dressed quite nice, I asked him twice
The reason for his visit.
Offered a card from Scotland Yard,
Here the plot- truly thickens.
The truth be known the misters home
Can be dark and sinister.
Once observed a carpet removed
By a strange cleaning service.
Not ever to be- seen again,
This carpet: or Mr. Cardin.

  • Author: Jerry Reynolds (Offline Offline)
  • Published: June 28th, 2021 09:55
  • Category: Short story
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  • Saxon Crow

    Conjured up Victorian times here Jerry. I like this sinister little piece

    • Jerry Reynolds

      Thanks, S.C.
      I'm having fun with it.

    • Goldfinch60

      Wonderful dark words Jerry.

      Andy

    • orchidee

      Good write Jerry.

    • L. B. Mek

      reminds me of a plot from Hitchcock's fun thrillers
      titled 'Rear Window'
      only your story is seemingly set in the UK
      and based on a grim reality..
      an engrossing read Jerry, thank you
      kinda makes me want to know
      if you developed a detective character
      would it be hapless/clueless type like Columbo
      or a Sherlock-esque self-centred genius
      or that intuitive Jessica Fletcher from murder she wrote?

      • Jerry Reynolds

        Thanks, L.B.
        Haven't decided yet. In the case of Thomas Arden, they kind of caught themselves. With the punishment being "Burned at the stake" you would think you would be a bit careful with evidence.



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