Estelle, slowly walked down the corridor and peered at the dusty displays. Odd looking items in glass cases with faded labels. Things from the past and things otherwise forgotten. She consulted the brochure again to be sure she was in the right section. Yes, she was getting close. The overhead fan dispersed the air in waves of heat inept at cooling her discomfort. Beads of sweat slid down her face and dripped to her t-shirt. On the wall to her right were paintings of dull colours faded and looking as used up as she was feeling. She dragged her feet forward as though the heat was trying to hold her back from her quest. She would not be deterred. One last time, she thought. I will see you again. Estelle rearranged her belongings and straightened up. The smell in the air brought back memories of youth and adventure. Her life in the jungle while her parents missioned the people's lives that lived there. She stayed for a long while after she had grown. She was at home here with the people and their customs and the animals. Yes, the majestic animals. She was at the end of the hall now, turning a corner where a window allowed a dull bit of light through the grimy glass. She stopped and put down her baggage. There in front of her was what she come for. Her hand went to her mouth as she felt her throat tighten. Long and lean, bigger than life. Powerful.The golden colours of the stripes and patterns glowed in the dimness. She walked slowly around the display reaching to touch but not quite able to. She stopped at the front and read the word on the plaque. Extinct. Her wet eyes looked up and met the shining glimmering eyes looking back at her. Such magnificent beauty. She remembered him freely roaming. Rippling muscles and exquisite grace. Roaring and playing in the sun betraying his fierceness. She reached up and gently stroked the sides of the beautiful face of her old friend and whispered "Hello Tiger"

Welcome to the writer's forum. I believe you may find a few friends here. Nice!

My Dear .. are you Published .. and if not .. why not ? Please do not keep such a talent as yours .. confined or otherwise unavailable ..

Vitsec

Vitsec, No, I'm not published. I was just trying some exercises. But thank you you are too kind.
Mowildflower, Thanks for the kind welcome.