This is my entry for the
’s 31 Sentences contest, round 20
I ran as fast as I could, I didn't want to waste my time turning around, but I could feel the presence of it running after me. I ran faster and as I left it behind I could find the perfect hiding place behind some bushes; my legs were too weak and I was out of breath.
I felt like an ant. I was waiting for my tragic end: to be devoured by this great titan.
I'm too young!
Now I could feel what little insects, bugs, and ants felt when I chased them and crushed them; they would never stand a chance against a giant like me. If I’m out of this I promise never hurt them again.
The dinosaur patiently searched for its prey as quietly as possible, it knew I wouldn't get far; but luckily, the weight of its steps would give it away and I'd escape. However, its big nose was guiding it to me and I felt its grim smile full of sharp fangs.
Craving my soft flesh!
If I held still long enough, it was possible that it would not find me but my heart was beating too fast and louder. I'd die first of fear before the Velociraptor would sink its teeth.
Its footsteps rumbled in my ears closer and closer: Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom!
I wanted to run, but my body was frozen in fear, besides, how could I think I'd be faster than a dinosaur?
There'd be no point in running. I held my breath and covered my ears so I no longer heard the dinosaur's footsteps; for a moment I thought I had gone unnoticed.
Maybe it was waiting for me. I was sure that if I made a wrong move it'd detect my position.
What were the prayers Mom had taught me?
Row, row, row your boat crossed my mind but that wasn't exactly the one I needed.
Suddenly the snapping of a branch gave away its position and a gasp escaped from my throat.
"Moo!" growled even louder; "since when do dinosaurs moo?" I wondered; "you can't escape me", cried the dinosaur fiercely; "dinosaurs do not talk!"
"Who says that?" asked my older sister; "it is scientifically proven, their throats weren't made for words," I objected, adjusting my little glasses, discovering my position.
"Got you!" she shouted as she jumped in my direction; "QUAAAAK!" she shouted again, louder, as she was over my body.
"That's a duck!" I contradicted her with frantic laughter.
"It is proven that dinosaurs evolved into birds, isn't it? they could be ducks too" my sister replied.
"Kids, dinner is served," our mother shouted.
"Wash your hands before sitting at the table," she warned.
"We're coming!"
"A race to the sink?" I suggested; "Yeah, let's see who's faster", shouted my sister, giving me a push and starting the race without giving me a chance.
"Sheesh!"
"See you soon mister dinosaur, we'll be back soon," I said kindly to my toy.
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