Leonardo strutted into the sunlight. Cameras flashed. Children fed him treats. He was gracious as always, but he looked out in the yard at Jack Donkey in envy. He was already loaded with packages, ready for something important. Jack brayed in jealousy at Leonardo's pampered life.
"I used to be a faithful steed," Leonardo said. "I ran through fires, rescued princesses-- all that."
"And I've been stuck carrying this stuff since I could stand. I wish someone would pull me around for a change."
Suddenly, something connected them and Leonardo left his photo shoot and whisked Jack into the hills.
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Comments: 14
Ah, the great turning point - in a great story. Nice job on the challenge!
Great drabble. Good writing.