Blood, Sweat, and Flame. A Short Story

Is victory worth blood, sweat, and flame? Cass blows glass for a living - but when she's not cranking out tourist pieces to pay the bills, she creates unique glass art with the dream of winning a prestigious award that might just change her life. But Cass has a problem. The heat and intensity of the glassblowing hot shop have damaged her eyesight - and time is running out. She only has one chance left to win and a rival artisan stands in her way, the trophies on his shelf testament to his enduring popularity. When his son comes to work alongside Cass, she must make a choice that will change their lives.
A choice that will cost Blood, Sweat, and Flame.