Revolutionary

by Stovohobo

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1401 A.D.
Florence, Italy

Donatello di Niccolò di Betto Bardi stared at his workshop’s door with bloodshot eyes. He had received the note a few weeks ago, scheduling the date and time. And what a time it was…the dead of night.

He jumped suddenly as a brief spark of light ignited in the corner, near the door. A figure stood in its place a second later, swathed in shadows.

“Donatello,” it said in flawless Florentine Italian.

“The note?” Donatello tried, waving the slip of paper weakly in his fingers. An almost indiscernible nod came from the man.

“Now,” said the man, stepping out of the corner, “it is time to begin your training.”

“I—I have been taught…”

The man snorted. “Not nearly correctly. I, now I will show you the true art of…art. Perspective, texture and sculpture in its most beautiful form. Through me, you can revolutionize this world, Donatello.”

Donatello frowned and stared long and hard at the strange visitor.

The visitor stared back, patience in his eyes.

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Average Reader Rating: 5.0 stars out of 5

  1. Revolutionary

    Cat the Dancing Mouse's Buddy Icon Cat the Dancing Mouse

    Posted 9 months ago

    5.0 out of 5 stars

    Ooo very good. I love your manipulation of language and beautiful litteracy. Your descriptions are delightful, and the story peaks my interests. Bravo! If you don’t mind, I’ve added you and it’d be wonderful if you could add me.
    Also, if your in the mood…Perhaps you could right the philosophical exploration of your pen name?
    —Cat the Dancing Mouse

  2. Revolutionary

    Stovohobo's Buddy Icon Stovohobo

    Posted 9 months ago

    Haha—I don’t think you’d want me to do that. The last time people tried to get it out of me, it resulted in a very large confusion, my name getting around very, very fast, and an ongoing argument with another user who thought I was a creepy kid she knew who was stalking her. We got it sorted out in the end, but it wasn’t pretty.
    ~
    On another note, of course I’ll add you! =)

  3. Revolutionary

    Cat the Dancing Mouse's Buddy Icon Cat the Dancing Mouse

    Posted 9 months ago

    5.0 out of 5 stars

    Haha. I understand, and thanks for adding me. Well, if you change your mind…I don’t have a close date.
    —Cat the Dancing Mouse

  4. Revolutionary

    THX 0477's Buddy Icon THX 0477

    Posted 9 months ago

    Intriguing continuation with a very good job at deepening the story and adding to the mystery while adding more detail. Quite a deft touch.
    LoA

  5. Revolutionary

    Saint Chuck's Buddy Icon Saint Chuck

    Posted 9 months ago

    5.0 out of 5 stars

    I love where this series is going, great idea!You really make these scenes come to life with your vivid descriptions, while still keeping the plot the center focus of the story.
    LoA
    (I remembered! Maybe only cuz THX did it…but hey, better than nothing.)

  6. Revolutionary

    Stovohobo's Buddy Icon Stovohobo

    Posted 9 months ago

    Haha, I must admit, I barely ever remember to add the “LoA” to the end of my comments.
    LoA

  7. Revolutionary

    One Time, One Chance's Buddy Icon One Time, One Chance

    Posted 9 months ago

    5.0 out of 5 stars

    indee.. indiscker.. indiscernee.. what??

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