Written for “Can You Tell A Story In” –
exactly 52 words using the prompt words below.
godfather – toffee – app – recycle – stealth
Don Corleone pressed a toffee into the trembling man’s palm.
“Sweetness first,” he whispered, “then business.”
The debt-tracking app on his phone glowed, old grudges recycled into fresh threats. He required no stealth; everyone saw him coming.
“Pay what you owe or I collect… my way. Capiche?”
The man nodded. “Yes, godfather.
NAR©2026
52 Words
This is “My Way” by Frank Sinatra
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An offer you can’t refuse, a microflash we can’t resist! 😉
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Great play on that famous line! Thanks, Liz!
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Yes!!! … I’ll pay now …
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A wise decision, my dear friend! Thanks for another new song! 🎶 💙
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So cleverly worded Nance 🙌 and perfect lead into the song 😃
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Thanks, Ange! I simply couldn’t resist this one! 😁
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I
Liked that he offered sweets first. 😜
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Of course; he’s not a complete barbarian! 😂
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😜😜😜😜
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Sinister – well executed, Nancy 😊
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Great comment, Esther! Thanks!
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A short tale of intense intimidation. 👍
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Old habits die hard!
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I guess with a mouthful of toffee, you wouldn’t be able to scream loudly 😂
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You catch on quickly! 😂
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