Another story for the Fictioneers, thanks to Rochelle’s prompt. I’ll keep this quick; I hear Sebastian stirring!
708 Fulton
He was staring so hard, he thought the glass might crack. It was there, just like yesterday, just like every day since he’d started coming to this cafe: a stained glass window depicting sunshine and a steaming mug of the black stuff.
But today, there were words: 708 Fulton. An address, perhaps? Or an army squadron? An old-fashioned English telephone number? He couldn’t escape the feeling that it was put there for him to see.
He sipped at his coffee and stared. Then an idea formed in his head. He put down the mug and walked out into the sunshine.
elmowrites 
I love your suggestions for what 708 Fulton might stand for. And I want to know more about the idea he’s following up. Well done.
Glad I managed to intrigue you, Sarah. And that you liked the possible ‘explanations’ too
What’s his issue with the glass? And what idea struck him?
Nice description of the inner workings of an endlessly thinking mind.
His issue is it’s changed. Or he thinks it has. Who would have the poerto change a cafe’s windows just to leave him a clue???
I am thinking decaf for this guy…
Tom
lol, quite possibly!
The jolt of morning joe got his brain working, I see. I’m intrigued by what will come next. (And don’t they always stir just when you’re getting something done or getting ready to do so?) As for the sudden appearance of the numbers, if it were Bill, I’d be sure they’d been there all along and he just noticed them today. 🙂
Hope your Christmas was wonder-filled and that your new year will be marvelous.
Thanks for your kind wishes, tea; the same to you!
Maybe you’re right and it’s his imagination. But even so *what does it mean??!*
This is a great little mystery. I’m not sure how you’ve done this but you’ve left me wanting to know more but equally happy with what I got (like knowing more would spoil it in some way). Very clever.
Wow, thanks for those lovely words of praise, ela. Such a balance is a Fictioneers’ dream
Hi Jenn,
Signs, signs, everywhere signs. Must follow the omens. Good opening of what would be a good story to read. Ron
gee, thanks Ron. I’m pleased it worked. I’m not paranoid – they really are out to get me!
Dear Jenn,
I’m a bit mystified by this one. Was it that he just noticed the numbers? Or did they really just appear? I agree with Tom. Decaf from now on and Vitamin D from the sunshine. I really want to know what happens next. This feels like the beginning of something.
Thanks for your kind comments on mine,
Shalom,
Rochelle
Mystified could be good or bad, Rochelle. I hope you weren’t frustratingly stumped by it! Feels like the start of something to me too – maybe I’ll write it one day
I will admit to being a little stumped. I think it was the sudden appearance of the numbers. I meant it when I said I want to know what happens next. I’ll echo Doug. Finish the story please.
A little spooky perhaps. Whet my appetite for more.
I’m pleased it did, Tessa. I’d love one day to write it, although thrillers have always seemed outside my reach…
it’s a revelation when one learns just who controls whom. well done.
Thanks Rich!
Certainly different – and I like different.
Cool. I don’t know why this idea came into my head; it’s not my usual fare
Creativity! That’s what it is.
Dear Jen,
Only your excellent writing excuses you from proffering such an open ended story this week. Your MC sounds like a character out of Memento. Now, go back to the keyboard and finish the story, please.
Thanks for your fine comments re my stories.
Happy New Year.
Aloha,
Doug
Sorry, Doug (and others). Seems like there was a bit too much mystery here. I’ll do better next time.
That’s a great hook for starting something bigger, nice work.
Ooh, thank you. Now if only thrillers were my forte… perhaps I’d better learn before the Fictioneers lynch me!!!
like the mystery in this. makes me want more
You and everyone else, it seems. I usually take that as a compliment; today it feels more like a command!
ooh yes, at first read confusing, and then a little frustrating and then positively intriguing. What is happening here…?
Sorry to confuse, frustrate and intrigue, Claireful, I think I’d better try to answer that question over the weekend and post it on Monday!
Hi Jenn
I seem to be in the minority here, but I loved this just as it is. It leads me, (as well as your protagonist), out into the sunshine of limitless possibilities! A longer, more ‘resolved’ tale will diminish those quantum options.
Thanks!
You’re my new best friend, Nick. Thank you for the vote of confidence!
How can you do this? Leave me hanging on your story. I loved the idea of the letters and numbers suddenly appearing… and in stained glass, no less! Spooky!
I know, (in stained glass) that’s not an easy feat to perform, eh? I’m sorry to leave you – and others – hanging. I’ll try to behave tomorrow!
this one needs completion. I’m very intrigued. great post.
So I see! Maybe I’ll get back to that soon. I love your photo by the way – just gorgeous.
I would love to read more. To learn more about this character!