It feels like a stampede – tired feet crushing the sidewalks in search of something they cannot find. As dusk gathers, the unspoken question in jaded thoughts is, “Are they condemned to keep walking in the dark?” She thought of Sisyphus. Did he have a choice to break the code and let the boulder go … Continue reading ReInvention
I wake up drenched in sweat. It is one of those nights when a character, with a perspective that challenges my narrative, fights to blend in with my story but is not very welcome. I must include his perspective, which is in stark contrast to my own. This will alter my story's format and challenge … Continue reading Malicious Gossip
Komal stepped into the tunnel, driven by an unknown force. Each trembling footfall echoed, amplifying the doubts that clung to the walls. But with every step, she felt better. As she ventured further, the darkness seemed to close in, but a distant light began to pierce the shadows. She knew the path to liberation was … Continue reading Other Side of Life
A warrior named Yang lived in a land where the sun always shone brightly. Yang was known far and wide for his strength and bravery. He could conquer any challenge and defeat any foe. His presence was like a blazing fire, and his energy was boundless. However, in the same land, a gentle healer named … Continue reading Collaboration – a short story
Why did I take so long to realise that the entity, a metaphorical representation of my inner struggles and fears, guiding and driving me through the convoluted paths was only a shadow? I presumed it was real and knew a lot more than me. It's a revelation that what I thought was real and knowledgeable … Continue reading The Shadow
Somebody rushes in with a form to be filled as my mother’s body is wheeled into a mortuary, “What was the cause of death?” I am quick to respond, “Organ failure.” Having heard countless harrowing tales of organ trade and the exploitation of the deceased for financial gain, the issue hits close to home. The … Continue reading The Body Machine
The soil spread the message for survival, “Only those who follow the rules of the game will survive.” A fear psychosis grips some as they struggle to find the colour of their roots. Attired in different shades of light, some trees know it’s only an illusion for powers that be that they are on the … Continue reading Underground
We were in an odd moment of silence, not knowing what to say. The sun was about to set, and the dark shadows of night clouded the horizon. “Does your brother smoke and drink?” “I’m not sure. I’ve not seen him do it at home,” I stuttered at the unexpected nature of the question. There … Continue reading Legacy
Maya packed his belongings with sadness and resolve in the dim light of their shared apartment. "Let’s part ways in style," she said, her voice steady despite the turmoil. She handed him a neatly folded shirt, symbolising the life they had tried to build together. He looked at her, eyes pleading, but she had decided. … Continue reading Finding oneself
Stroke by stroke, she painted a dream. It took ages of self-discovery to complete the picture. It featured the hues of her soul. Mixing colours on the palette took considerable effort to create the right shade. The tints of experience, dreams and space for herself turned out to be a striking combination. It was an … Continue reading Shades of Truth
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