Gods War No More

55 Word Story Contest Entry

“Forgive me, brother.”

Balen’s grip tightened and he thrust the Sword of Light forward, piercing the Dark Lord's chest. Krix arched back, empty eyes wide and suddenly child-like as he burst in a release of all-consuming divine quintessence.

Where once had stood a mountain peak, only a molten plateau remained.

Silent.

Deserted.

Safe.

The Hint Fiction Contest  (ASR) Can you tell a story with only a few words? Hint Fiction requires a silver pen. #1253724 by Storm Machine