Flash

Funeral

A smartly dressed bot ln a dark-brown three-piece suit lying in a coffin at his funeral.
“My cat toys are itching.”

The funeral had better snacks than my wedding. People lingered longer, too–less out of love than obligation. I raised a glass to the deceased and thought, “Finally, a party where ghosting is encouraged.” Even the corpse seemed relieved, slouching in its box like someone who’d just dodged another Monday.

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The preceding is satire. Straight up, Skippy. No warranties are expressed or implied. For life advice, try a professional. For investment tips, try a dart board. For salvation, the gentleman in the robe has been handling that portfolio for 2,000 years.