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
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
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
“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
Welcome to Week 23 Eclipses are not new to the world. But there is something unique about each one of them. Most of them appear to occur once in 100-150 years. The universe follows its own schedule, and it might be slower or faster than our earthly systems. But it sells, when it is touted … Continue reading Reena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 23
The shadow of the building gets bigger, as my existence lies scattered on the grass. The brilliant species of Homo Sapiens has not been able to invent a man-made material for construction. They cannot comprehend my speechlessness, nor empathize with my pain. I am unable to tell them, that it will hit them hard in … Continue reading Ranting along
The wimpy kid leans in on the 3rd wheel, seeing a painless Heaven. The 4th wheel refuses to budge, as the doctors say, “There’s still hope.” He wants happiness – not hope. Shades of grey gather. It’s the end of the inferno, and the mountains echoed. Jesus Calling…. 4th wheel moves. (279 characters) You … Continue reading The Fourth Wheel
I wished for a loving wife fully devoted to me and the family, and perhaps, it was this desire that drove us both round the bend. Your brilliance could not be contained in a small home. You were born to fulfil a larger life purpose. We appreciated your talents, but still, obstinately wished that you … Continue reading I Wish
The books on reincarnation by Dr. Brian Weiss fascinated as well as disturbed him. The underlying theory was that souls are often born in clusters, and your equations in this lifetime are influenced by what you have shared in the past. A few unfortunate ones are born outside their cluster, and cannot connect easily to … Continue reading The Man Who Talked to Walls
HOBO Hobo enjoys his celebrity status. Crowds are often warned before he enters a public place, and spaces magically clear up for him. Walking is meant for lesser beings. Hobo’s mother always carries him. He is the most loved creature in the world, as he sees ample love reflected in her eyes. She calls him … Continue reading Three Perspectives
