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The Clockmaker of Chronos Lane
In the heart of a city that never stopped to breathe, there was a narrow alleyway known as Chronos Lane. It was so thin that two people could barely walk abreast, and at its very end sat a shop no larger than a garden shed. The sign above the door didn't say "Jeweler" or "Watch Repair." It simply bore the image of a single, unadorned brass gear.
By Asghar ali awan13 days ago in Fiction
You Promised This Would Be the Last Question
“You promised this would be the last question.” “I did.” “Then ask it.” “I already have.” “That wasn’t a question.” “It wasn’t?”
By Sound and Spirit13 days ago in Fiction
Don’t Read It Out Loud
“Is this yours?” “No.” “It was on the printer.” “I didn’t print anything.” “It doesn’t have a header.” “Let me see.” “Don’t touch it yet.”
By Sound and Spirit13 days ago in Fiction
This Isn’t the First Time You’ve Asked Me That
“Why are you looking at me like that?” “Like what?” “Like you’re waiting for me to say the wrong thing.” “I’m not.” “You are.”
By Sound and Spirit13 days ago in Fiction
You Said You’d Call If You Survived
“Hey. It’s me.” “I don’t know if this is even going to go through.” “The signal keeps dropping.” “I’m supposed to keep this short.”
By Sound and Spirit13 days ago in Fiction
Before You Leave
“Do you have everything?” “I think so.” “You think or you know?” “I know. Mostly.” “Mostly doesn’t help much when you’re already halfway out the door.”
By Sound and Spirit13 days ago in Fiction
"Remove That Hex!" - 2
This is Part 2 of an absurdist, romance novel-spoof horror-sprinkled tale of Elena, a 30-something divorced postal worker living in a high-rise studio apartment in any city in Russia. Once, she bought a talking fish who turned out to be a witch-hexed prince. The only way to remove the hex would be for Elena to fall in love and give him a human baby. Falling in love was the easy part. One day, Elena started to lay fish eggs and put them in the aquarium where her Prince lived in the fish form. She told him to watch them while she was at work, however, the eggs kept disappearing.
By Lana V Lynx13 days ago in Fiction
The Search for the Plane
Ramin was a very intelligent and lively young girl, cherished by her parents as their only daughter. Her father worked as an officer in the Forest Department, a man respected for his discipline and dedication. One day, when Ramin had a holiday from school, she decided to spend it with her father exploring the nearby forest. The thought of adventure filled her with excitement as they reached the rest house that lay on the edge of the woodland.
By Sudais Zakwan14 days ago in Fiction
The Real Reason
Maheen was a very sweet and gentle girl. She was the only child of her parents and the center of their world. Every morning, she would get ready for school with care and enthusiasm. After returning home in the afternoon, she would always help her mother with household chores. She was obedient, responsible, and mature beyond her age.
By Sudais Zakwan14 days ago in Fiction
The Silence Between Objects
The room does not announce that it is about to turn against me. It never does. It simply pauses—just long enough for me to notice the space between one breath and the next.
By Hamza Ahmad14 days ago in Fiction
The Magical Flower of the East: Gul‑e‑Bakauli
Long ago, in the eastern lands, there ruled a king named Badshah Zain‑ul‑Malook. He was as handsome as the full moon, famous for justice, bravery, generosity, and wisdom. In all his kingdom, there was no ruler like him.
By Taimur Kazmi14 days ago in Fiction
The Meaning Of Life
The Meaning Of Life “Father!” “As always, I am here, son.” “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” “Son, they are just fulfilling their manifest destiny. They were destined to crucify you. But you know that.”
By Niall James Bradley14 days ago in Fiction