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christonium

It's early, the streets are lined with garbage cans. Chris hobbles down the steps with his Double Bass. Upon reaching the walk he props it against his baluster and digs into his pocket for absent cab fare.

In 1973 Chris substituted for another bassist. Two years later the band released a best-of-live album. Chris was never given credit for his contribution. The settlement produced the townhouse which he mortgaged for the bass.

Chris raced to his room to retrieve said missing fare. Out a window he sees a garbage truck brace and then crush his precious antique.

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Nate about 1 year ago

I like the premise in here. The flashback comes from nowhere at first, but given the ending, I'm glad to know that information. I definitely see this story being fleshed out and made longer - keep going with it.