Written for Sammi’s Weekend Writing Prompt #396
where we are asked to use the word “beleaguer”.
In exactly 40 words, this is my flash.

He was always perceived as the man who had everything…..looks, personality, sex appeal, talent, humor, brains. He owned a beautiful house, drove a flashy car, married the perfect woman, had lots of friends.
So why was he beleaguered by jealousy?
NAR©2024
40 Words
This is “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers. Brandon Flowers’ acting in this video is excellent and it’s all in the eyes!
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Such an interesting story told in a few words. I love it.
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Thank you. Much appreciated!
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You’re most welcome
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Green with envy! Intriguing with just 40 words and I’m hooked! ✨ Great job with this one 👏 👏
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Thanks so much, Laura! The best part was looking through pix of hot guys with green eyes!
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🤣 😆 I’m sure it was!
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His mother liked his brother best.
Love the wild video!
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It always comes back to the mother! 😂
Thanks for acknowledging that video! I’ve been sitting on that one for a while now waiting for the right story; finally! I’m fascinated by the singer.
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It was really fun, and I’d never seen it before.
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The more you got, the more you want.
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Where’s he gonna put it all?? 😂
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Under the bed?
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Because he was so insecure 💜
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Security plays a huge part in jealousy. A psychiatrist would have a field day with the guy, asking questions about his mother! 😂
Thanks, Willow! 💚
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💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
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You chose the perfect image
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Thank you, Sadje. As soon as I saw him, I knew!
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👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
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