The Elegant Cockroach

A story of longing.

*Illustration by Sandijs Ruluks

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He was no Apollo, but the Elegant Cockroach had something. Strange, sad charm set him apart. His eyes were clear blue and deep-set and he had a sharp nose, giving his face an almost wolfish appearance. His long lanky limbs seemed custom built for the display of fineries. He wore his trousers tight and stone-pipe skinny. His movements were delicate and he walked with a gangster’s slouchy grace.

The Elegant Cockroach was elegant, but style isn’t everything...