Where The Lightning Strikes -- rated G, ~1250 words
A brief encounter in the Oxford Museum Of Natural History, in which Science meets Story. “Anthony Crowley.” If the man was a rock star, he was using an alias. But of course he would. “So you’re keen on these?” He nodded at the display case, with its array of branching and contorted mineral formations. “I’d love to go hunting them,” said Jeremy. “But they’re very rare, and we’re not near any deserts or even beaches. Maybe next year, when I’m allowed to drive.” “Funnily enough, I have one,” said the man. “It came with a story. Would you like to hear it?”
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