Live and Let Die by Janine Macdonald

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Write a short story that is a piece of dirty realism. In your critical appendix justify why your piece deserves that description. Live and Let Die by Janine Macdonald ==================================== "You used to be so much fun." Roman complained, as he loosened the restraints of his captive. "Fine. He's free, satisfied?" "Not quite, but it will do for now." Stephanie said softly, keeping her Glock levelled on Roman. Paul stood weakly, grabbing the frame of the chair when his legs almost buckled underneath him. He glanced from Stephanie to Roman. "What the hell is going on?" "He's letting you go." She murmured, reaching up and stroking his jaw. "Why is he doing this? I don't understand "He broke off, realisation in his eyes. "No, I won't let you do this. Not for me." "Listen to me. I want you to go, just walk out that door and never look back." "I won't." Paul said, his face filled with stark emotion. "You will. You'll do it because you love me. Walk away before it's too late." Stephanie said firmly, leaning up and kissing him passionately. Roman watched them, vengeance in his eyes as he raised his gun. He cocked it, aiming at Stephanie's back. "I wouldn't if I were you." A woman said quietly. "Raven Catt." Roman spat, his face twisted with hatred as he stared at her. He spun back to Stephanie. "You double-crossed me bitch!" "A deal is a deal Roman. A life for a life," Stephanie replied, smiling coolly "Raven if you would please assist Paul from the building." "Stephanie no, I won't leave you behind." Paul choked. She kissed him again, gently touching his face. "I love you. I will always love you. No matter where I am, where you are, always remember that." "I can't lose you." Paul whispered, his eyes glittering with emotion. "You never will." She whispered back, removing her pendant; a dragon and snake intertwined. Leaning up she slid it around his neck. "Wear this and remember me always." Raven touched Paul's arm "It's time to go." Stephanie turned to Roman "Let's finish this." He nodded, a twisted smile appearing on his lips. *** Bethany hurriedly moved through LAX, her eyes darting back and forth as she scanned the airport. Trouble was brewing and when it hit there would be hell to pay. She played nervously with her necklace, a pendant that displayed a dragon and snake intertwined. Lost in her own thoughts, she gasped softly as she felt a hand grip her shoulder and something hard press against her back. "Going somewhere Beth?" "Who are you?" She asked. "I ask all the questions. Now stare right ahead, smile pretty and walk

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