Blind Guide – Part I

Each month I will write an original short story (around 1000 words) based on a prompt from one of you.  Today’s story ended up being a bit longer, so you’ll get it over a couple months. The prompt is “Blind” by Mary Meyer. Thank you Mary!

Blind Guide

Part I

Trouble has a scent. It’s something between fear and pride, with a huge helping of stupidity. 

I rose from my bed of straw as Trouble limped into the stables. The night was near its middle and cool summer air filled with the snuffles of fifty sle...