Intrusion

A woman’s silhouette, her features obscured by the darkness, moved outside the window – her presence impossible, for she had died ten years ago. He sat up in bed, disturbed by this strangely unwarranted intrusion. He looked around for unusual signals, but there were none. Yet, he could not gather the courage to get up … Continue reading Intrusion

Black Monsters

28th January, 2005, was the day I felt hurt and ignored. 12th June, 2007 ……… She wondered if she was talking to a human being or a talking calendar of events—events she could not remember or relate to, but had trapped his weak mind in repetitive cycles. Sahil kept talking in loops and failed to … Continue reading Black Monsters

Shadows

It is a call for help. The desperation in the voice is unmistakable. She points to a thatched hut nearby, and says something. I don’t understand the language, but can gather there is someone in there who needs help. I follow her in there. There’s a strange sense of emptiness between us, like cold air, … Continue reading Shadows

Who is in the driver’s seat?

“Looks like this was abandoned quite some time ago … the vehicle is worn out, and the wheels have sunk deep in the mud.” Alex is in a mood for adventure, and he has found something interesting. “Look closely, you might see plants sprouting up there.” “Not sure, but I see flowers …. and (clears … Continue reading Who is in the driver’s seat?