Eileen was the last person to speak to her sister, Julie, on that fateful night. Julie had expressed a desire for revenge, and then, she committed suicide. Eileen froze at the sight of a dark shadow on the window. She was now happily married to the guy who had betrayed Julie’s trust. (52 words) … Continue reading Betrayal
The message was short . “I quit the job today, because I refused to collaborate with evil. This is just to let you know that you have always been an inspiration. I had wanted to be in your place, when you raised your voice against injustice and quit, an year ago.” She knew it that … Continue reading Victory
Champa had defied fate and the advice of elders. Astrologers said that certain planets in certain houses of her birth chart would not allow the joy of motherhood. She was not wanted in the village as a wife or daughter-in-law, as people were keen on producing a heir. She migrated to the city and found … Continue reading Irony of Fate
“That’s interesting! The light blurs the view, rather than sharpen the focus.” “It’s not just external light, but the filter you apply.” (135 characters) Twittering Tales #44
I should have refused outright. Jeremy had planned a fancy evening out, in a submarine restaurant. The Ocean Princess had been converted to a high-end jaunt. He was shelling out an awesome amount for this date. Maybe, this was the reason I did not have the heart to refuse. He was looking into my eyes, … Continue reading The Fancy Date
At the age of twelve, I questioned my grandfather about the unfairness of the will he had drafted. I refused to do the things that nice, domesticated girls were supposed to do, and spent all my time in my grandfather’s library. I cut my hair short, a day before I met my future in-laws, as … Continue reading WHY?
I manage the orphanage, and pick up deserted infants from parks. The rules allow children below fourteen years to be adopted. I observe that the old beggar on the pavement may not survive this winter. Illness and penury have cast shadows on his life. His chance of finding a roof on the head is remote. … Continue reading Autumn Leaves
I have seen this sign in five different places today. The neon signage is available on Amazon for $129. Beyond this sign, life is real hard-sell. Three Line Tales -- Week 89
Jumping into the water to end life was not an option. It would be unfair to his dependents back home. Lightning struck. He mustered courage to hope that clouds on his life would also clear. ….he would either live to tell the tale, or his family would document his battle with cancer. (52 words)
It was obvious that somebody had been looking for something, which was valuable. It could either be of material value, or hold a clue for the investigation. The cops turned the place upside down once again, but found nothing that spoke the language they were so eager to hear. The little mynah was the only … Continue reading Eager to Speak
