The intruder has been planted by an overwater conspiracy. We cast dark shadows, and let the new entrant chase those. It is fun to fight these intelligent beings with basic survival strategies. They always underestimate us. https://only100words.xyz/2019/04/11/three-line-tales-week-167/
“It is 11 am. Why aren’t the mannequins dressed?” The floor manager’s voice booms across Level 2. “The guy who does it has taken a day off.” A rather lackadaisical voice replies. I know I work with the lousiest and laziest team in the world. Bob is an ineffective manager. “So what will this display … Continue reading Selling cheap
‘“f I were you, I would think twice before entering that house. The owners have never been an amiable set of people.” “We can’t cut ourselves off from reality. Our interest lies in it, and of course, there are old scores to be settled.” There is a faraway look in Henry’s eyes. “Inform the police … Continue reading For this day
“The ad for a popular motorbike needs to go off air. It is blatantly sexist.” “Get me a report on the gender break-up of motorbike users. The ad agency might have targeted a predominant user segment.” “We are fine with it,” opined the leader of the feminist organization, “it is the portrayal that is vulgar.” … Continue reading It’s a boy
Fear grips him as he hears announcements about the flight being delayed due to bad weather. It is his last hope for freedom, his ticket to a new life in another country. The police can be here any moment. (203 characters)
ghosts from past, fears of future present demons to control I need to bust the shadows – for my place under the sun https://only100words.xyz/2019/04/04/three-line-tales-week-166/
“The guy who has filed for sixteen patents during the year, had once applied for a job in this company, and was rejected. Is this true?” “He was not seen as the right cultural fit for our company.” The HR Manager wiped the sweat on his brow, as he answered the CEO’s sharp questions. “Typecasting … Continue reading Cultural fit
The documentary is a major hit, but raises ethical issues. Did the filmmakers have the required permission? Is it okay to delve into the privacy of lives – however downtrodden or less privileged they are. There is a strong movement to support online streaming of the film. There are people who see themselves in that … Continue reading Unanswered
The new language is hailed as a revolution. It will transform the manner in which computer bytes interact. The intersection of words, syllables and alphabets lead to new spaces. Blockchain might soon be declared obsolete, if this catches the fancy of the world. I’m tempted to use it like Lego blocks and put them together … Continue reading A New Order
There is a distinct sense of déjà vu about the place. Have I been here before? The asymmetry of the benches, the contrast of the age-ing haystacks against the tall and slender green beauties around speak of a certain conflict, a dichotomy which has held me in abeyance for long. Is the memory important? Or … Continue reading Afterthoughts
