Welcome to the Wakefield Doctrine (the theory of clarks, scotts and rogers)
This is the Doctrine’s contribution to the Six Sentence Story bloghop.
Hosted by Denise, constrained by a sentence limit (high and low) of six, there are worse ways to spend the remaining time you have on earth.
Prompt word:
RING
“This is your place?”
The Sophomore stepped aside as Rosetta reached towards the security panel on the right-hand wall of the entrance foyer, briefly pressing her palm within a glowing red ring which immediately turned green; the computer did the rest: lights of a variety of hues and intensity came to life even as the sound system, as if jealous of it’s role in setting a tone, came to life. 20 foot ceilings soared, glass sliders slid into the wall, silent invitation to explore the terrace and it’s unencumbered city views; the interior design was inspired, the decor was perfect; the young woman walked towards the kitchen area, kicking off her shoes and tossing her jacket in the general direction of the long dining table.
“OK Ethan, here’s how it’s gonna go tonight: make yourself comfortable while I fix us BLTs; while we eat you get to convince me that my knowing you only as ‘the Sophomore’ shouldn’t piss me off and if I buy that you can explain this time traveler schtick of yours; but first things first, you watch the bacon and make sure it doesn’t get all dried out, after all, we’re not animals here, and I’ll go slip into something more comfortable.”
Within minutes Rosetta returned wearing something in the flannel, casual lingerie-for-all-occasions collection (no doubt from a fashion house that catered exclusively to the neer-do-well / well-t0-do demographic), stood at the counter and assembled the sandwiches.
The two ate in companionable silence until Rosetta, holding a single French fry like a carbohydrate and cholesterol baton, commanding the attention of the Sophomore;
“… and if I’m not satisfied with the honesty and reasonableness of your story, there’s a guest bedroom with your name on it, capisce?”
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The time traveler bit will likely be the most difficult part to explain, but he might not have to get to that part before Rosetta’s interest moves elsewhere.
you know Rosetta from somewhere in the fictional universe… admit it! lol
Rosetta’s place is très cool. Can hear Prince playing through her sound system.
This glimpse of Rosetta on her home turf gives credence to who she’s related to, lol
money is not one of Lou’s favorite niece’s problems in life
It is generous of her to offer the guest bedroom 😀
lol
The energy efficiency of a 20ft ceiling is shockingly inefficient but perhaps that’s of small concern, I mean she has her flannel wear to keep her warm. 🤣
alas one of the casualties of economy… the efficient heating of one’s home
I’m looking forward to hearing this, too.
lol (me too!)
What a fabulous building! Ooh, I just fancy a BLT, although do leave out that lettuce stuff.
PS – vid is not available over here.
You would have liked it! Prince ‘Kiss’
My, that’s quite a place she’s got! Eating sandwiches at a long dining table beneath a twenty foot ceiling sounds really posh.
percs of being niece of mob boss (Lou)… does sound nice, though I don’t think I’d choose to life in a city (as does our Miz Storme)
I wanna be part of the ne’er do well,/ well-to-do people. Where do I sign up? 🤩
lol