My New Home Finalised

By morning, I could feel the first hints of warm air,
Relieved I took my bath and dressed for work.
There was no music in the block of flats,
But in my head rumbled a hundred old time songs 
That tantalized me into a stupor of great expectancy.

Down stairs, near the elevator, was an old woman.
I was shocked to see her on a wheelchair, eyes vacant.
The landlord smiled at me and told me not to worry.
Seems Angelique was to be taken to some rest home.

Her mother just wanted to see that the upstairs
Apartment was in perfect state for the living.
Disappointed at the name I left for work later for my groceries.
Back home I concocted some pasta and cooked the sauce,
Opened my favourite bottle of red wine to drown my sorrows.

Silence reigned supreme and I felt rather annoyed.  
So I betook myself to sleep hoping at least to dream.
The phone rang and a dulcet voice asked for me.
She had arrived late and had got nothing prepared for her meal.
Could I take something good for her to eat?

So I put on my track suit and with little or no enthusiasm
Went upstairs with some pasta left over and some wine.
That would be enough I thought, but the mother 
Was old enough and should have known better.

Mother?  The girl that opened the door was young enough.
A nymph that beckoned me in, in the warm atmosphere,
Balsamic perfume that inundated the cosy apartment,
Low magic music swirled and vibrated everywhere.

My name is Angel she tenderly smiled, shall we dance?  
I felt the warmth of her; felt her arms and the dance began.
It did not take long to become lost in her euphoric bliss.
And our lips met, again and again as our hearts beat as one……….

You want to know the end?  
We lived happily ever after…….
As all fairy tales should…..
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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George Avatar
March 18, 2022 at 3:08 AM
Your imagination is terrific ! Thus an angel got down from heaven quite unexpectedly lifting you up on her magical wings and fly high...... then to descend down to live as man and wife for ever in love's eternal abode
Crabtree Avatar
January 30, 2021 at 8:29 AM
A great ending to a great write, Victor :)
Roper Avatar
January 29, 2021 at 9:59 AM
Well done, Victory, music to dance with :) Hugs Eve
Daniel Avatar
January 29, 2021 at 6:26 AM
Now that's a fitting ending to an enchanting tale, Victor:)
Horsman Avatar
January 28, 2021 at 10:07 PM
Classic touch of poetry Victor. Love the tale and the happy ending..
Buehler Avatar
January 28, 2021 at 8:50 PM
Your fairytale was so enjoyable and interesting, Victor. I was was hoping you'd end it happily, and you certainly didn't disappoint. :=)
Theraven Avatar
January 28, 2021 at 8:43 PM
Victor, Must agree with Vijay, wanted the dance to go on. I love old songs that lead to new beginnings. Tale as old as time.., with a happy ending. -Richard
Andresen Avatar
January 28, 2021 at 11:08 AM
- What beautiful dreams you have, Victor :) - A wonderful story ... wish it did not end here ... :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Dietrich Avatar
January 28, 2021 at 10:31 AM
ooh la la, what a fairy tale ending. Such unexpected bliss!!
Rodrigues Avatar
January 28, 2021 at 8:15 AM
Somewhere in the romance of your mind, an angel or Angel exists!
Jayasankar Avatar
January 28, 2021 at 6:44 AM
Loved reading the second part too Victor. Great story till the end. Have a blessed day ~ Ani
Edmonds  Avatar
January 28, 2021 at 6:27 AM
Wonderful storytelling and a lovely ending to the fairytale Victor, an enjoyable read ~~ Belle
Pandit Avatar
January 28, 2021 at 5:50 AM
You should have continued the story into next chapter. Gifted story teller you are, Victor--you grabbed my attention right from the start. Wonderful imagination.
Cunningham Avatar
January 28, 2021 at 1:57 AM
You ve put the icing on the cake Victor and a happy ending too. Tom
Y. Avatar
January 28, 2021 at 12:50 AM
WoW! Victor, I enjoyed the second part; it is the second part, right? Dreams do come true. Angel does exist. That was such a romantic meeting and dance. I loved the happy ending. It was like a modern-day fairy tale. Excellent job. Have a great day, my friend:-) Alexis
Kannan Avatar
January 28, 2021 at 12:00 AM
That's a lovely fairytale to read... Beautiful narration...
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