E/O Drabble Challenge
Prompt word: wayward
Word Count: 100
All regular disclaimers apply.
ROCK BOTTOM
By : Vanessa Sgroi
A wayward tear slipped down his cheek, mingling with the sweat and grime already residing there. He slapped at the offending moisture with trembling fingers, growling softly at the perceived betrayal. Picking up the bottle, he tipped it toward his mouth and swallowed fiercely, almost relishing the acidic burn.
Without warning, he launched the half-empty bottle across the room. It hit the wall with force, splintering in all directions in an impressive bloom of whiskey.
"What more do you want from me?" he howled at the empty room. "What more? I've nothing left."
The silence coldly mocked him.
FIN
