The search of a lifetime ended in vain. They just crossed each other on life’s path, unknowingly. Certain journeys are fated with no return tickets. Three Line Tales - Week 106
Fated
Personality
Personality used to be the summation of a life. Beliefs, ethics and dreams all contributed to the final shape of human existence. Parents and teachers took several years to mould a human, changing all that they could and accepting what could not be changed. The essence of a person spread like fragrance in all interactions, … Continue reading Personality
It’s all about the client
Whoever has heard of an independent story?” “I report facts and write my perspective.” “Bullshit! It is an interlinked world, and every ‘fact’ has an impact on others. We need to write what suits our interest.” “And what is that?” “Revenue and political goodwill. That is all we need to drive the business ahead.” “How … Continue reading It’s all about the client
A Sudden Flash
The pictures got increasingly uninteresting as he flipped the pages of the album. He wanted to comprehend his grandfather’s life. He had disappeared years ago, leaving behind a bewildered family. The pictures depicted his life in chronological order for some time. Then, the motley collection of picture postcards confused him, till he reached this one…. … Continue reading A Sudden Flash
Fluidity in motion
Who is she and what is her story? Is she a dance director’s dream? He has won all illustrious national and international awards. He makes people twist and turn like rubber in fluid grace. He does not know what is a mind or soul. He only knows the flexibility of bodies and the magical effect … Continue reading Fluidity in motion
Misleading Clues
Six kids were reported to be missing from a school excursion. Alex led the police to the forest. He had seen the note on the bench, which appeared to be a clue for Treasure Hunt. He had learnt from his detective mother that criminals often place misleading signs in the path. (275 characters) Twittering … Continue reading Misleading Clues
Three is a Crowd
It was a difficult drive, but the detectives were on their trail to the spot of crime. “Why do you think anybody would want to abduct a poor, penniless beauty?” “Establishing a motive in a crime of passion takes time and effort. We cannot jump to conclusions.” “Sure, we cannot and should not. But what … Continue reading Three is a Crowd
Hallowed Forest
The poachers had set their foot on hallowed space. The Prince liked to take a stroll on this path in the evening, and noticed the logs along with some equipment. He made the right noises to attract attention, and the police was activated. A nation-wide hunt for the poachers was launched and rewards were announced … Continue reading Hallowed Forest
Queen Mrignayani
The Maharaja had to marry several times for political reasons. It helped in turning surrounding kingdoms into friend nations, and the borders remained safe. It also helped a conglomerate of nations to rise as a united force, in case of a foreign invasion. The ‘queens’ were packed like sardines in a can in the huge … Continue reading Queen Mrignayani
Let it fade away
“Watch the scene that troubles you on that television set, beyond the glass screen in that long corridor. The image is shrinking, the colors are fading to black, white, grey and sepia, lashing raindrops through the window destroy the TV, it is covered with muck ….. it is disappearing, it is gone ……” The therapist’s … Continue reading Let it fade away
