Start your story with an unexpected betrayal.

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“The Green Deception” by Sofia Mullan

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The sleek, high-rise loomed over Gretta like a metallic guardian. It wasn't just any apartment building; it was The Elysium, a pinnacle of eco-living, boasting vertical gardens and self-regulating energy grids. It was also Gretta’s home and the headquarters of Green Genesis, the environmental collective she co-founded. Green Genesis had taken the tech world by storm. Their ingenious bio-filters, developed through years of tireless research, promised to clean up polluted environments in record time. Gretta, the public face of the organization...

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“Unfriended” by Paul Simpkin

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“Hi, I just wanted to message to say I’m really upset you have unfriended me on Facebook.” There was no answer at first. Two hours later. “I just don’t think we have much in common.” “How can you say that? We both liked that post about growing up in Manchester in the 70s.” Three hours later. “Which post was that?” “The post with the buses on. The old buses that we used to have in the 70s. You must remember them. The old buses. You liked that post.” “Did I?” “Yes you did. And you liked that post about Kate Bush. I used to love Kate Bush.” “I ...

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“Bliźni” by 𝔊𝔲𝔞𝔡𝔞𝔩𝔲𝔭𝔢 𝔗𝔢𝔩𝔠𝔬𝔫𝔱𝔞𝔯

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Content warning: Murder during WWII, including murder of children Greed is a powerful motivator. It has been working on Włodzimierz Leś, a member of the Blue Police, for a year.A year ago, he agreed to bring six Jews, Saul Szall, Saul’s wife, and their four sons, Baruch, Mechel, Joachim, and Mojzesz, from Łańcut to Markowa. The Szall family’s aim was to evade the occupying German forces, and they had entrusted their lives to Leś. It was easier for Jews to go into hiding in cities. In small villages, everyone knew everyone else, and it was al...

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“Photo of Betrayal” by Deana Fay

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I don’t understand. I just don’t understand. Carmen stared at the picture someone had taped to her gym locker. A woman sat at a fountain, another woman stood next to her, one arm wrapped around the sitting woman’s shoulders. They both beamed smiles at the camera. Carmen could tell by their body language that the women were comfortable and familiar with each other. How could she do that? Carmen thought to herself again. She sat there in her sports bra and yoga pants, sweat beading in her hair and neck. Why would Tiffany be spending ...

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“#Shrimpy” by Timothy Motley

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Kulu Onya’s thumb hovered over the send icon on his phone. Waves of anxiety sent shocking currents of nervousness throughout his sinewy fingers. They begged to jitter, to clench themselves into fist, but he wouldn’t allow them to. His brain wanted him to tap that pesky icon underneath his thumb. But his heart cried out a warning that it may not be able to bear the weight of the repercussions. In the end his brain won out. He hit send and the one word message was suddenly unleashed. Just one word. ‘Why’ Kulu threw his phone down next to him o...

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“The Great Dominion: The Unveiled Betrayal ” by J. C. Kane

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"You stole my family from me," the Supreme Enforcer's voice was laced with a dark intensity that sent a shiver down Desmond's spine. "You manipulated me, betrayed me, and stood by my side all these years, feeding me your poisoned counsel." Desmond's breath hitched, a cold shiver coursing down his spine. In that moment, he felt a powerful intrusion into his very mind. Memories, emotions, and thoughts were laid bare, and the Supreme Enforcer's gaze bore into him with an intensity that left him utterly vulnerable. The memory played out in the S...

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“Whatever it takes” by Eline Pols

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Maeve stares at the highly classified case files she found in her own home that supposedly prove that she committed the very murder she's been trying to solve for months.With shaking hands she abruptly lets go of the file and gasps as she finally puts the loose ends together.She needs to get out of here before he figures out she’s on to him.As if on cue she hears footsteps coming up behind her.Maeve turns around abruptly and almost smashes into the man she trusted with her life, once upon a time.She looks into his eyes which she used to desc...

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“Unexpected” by Loren Laureti

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Unexpected Maggie could hardly wait to tell Dina her good news over wine and appetizers at Clover Bar tonight. She’d texted Dina earlier and said they could meet up at 4:30pm during Happy Hour, which would be perfect for celebrating. Dina replied, “See you there.” As Maggie was driving to Clover she reflected on their friendship, going on 3 years now. She and Dina were like sisters, sharing the ups and downs of life, joining book club together, going to movies, and often sharing meals after work. &nbs...

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“Temptation” by Brittaney Gambrell

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Streams of crimson light swim off the cold, hard surface. Elizabeth runs her fingers through the red beams, staring at the precious stone. Even from two stories above, enveloped in a thick glass case, the ruby has always made its presence known. “You’re sure we won’t get caught?” “Aaron, stop being so paranoid. We’ve gone over every detail of the plan. Dad’s not here, and neither are we. You’re in Fiji and I’m in Greece. He’s made all the arrangements, including ample evidence on our social media accounts.” She moves the ladder to the ...

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“HUNTER'S REVENGE” by Melinda Madrigal

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Today is my birthday. As you can tell I'm so excited. I bought a new dress. New shoes and I had my hair done. My two best friends, my husband Cole and my sister Hailey have a special surprise for me. I arrive home early carrying my dress and shoes. This is going to be a day I will never forget. Cole's car is here. I guess he's home. I walk to the door unlock it and enter. I put my dress and shoes in the closet. I hear giggles coming from upstairs. I quietly walk up the stairs. The giggles are coming from my bedroom I share with Cole. I move ...

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“How It Feels To Want” by Amber Pritchard

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I’ll never be like her, I told myself as I threw my clothes into a garbage bag. I’ll never be like her, over and over, every step to the bus station. I’ll never be like her, as I bought a one-way ticket for a place a few towns over, because no child should ever be hungry, should ever want, should ever feel emptiness gnawing at them the way I had. We were never poor, but I was. My mom took the money she made from her job and spent it on herself. She bought nice clothes from the shops in the mall; I got clothes from the ...

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“Squash Soup” by Ken Damon

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Tears fill my eyes. I pause in dicing the onion and glance out into the hall. On the key hook, a pair of rusted keys sits restlessly, swaying side to side. Putting down the chef’s knife, I run to the front door and peer outside. Mum’s car is parked in the driveway. I must not have heard her come in. I’ve started making dinner more and more these days. Sometimes Mum works until 6 or 7 or sometimes later. Her boss says she has ‘extra business’ to do after hours, but it makes her smile when she comes home to see me cooking. I’ve become used to ...

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“Two Can Play The Game” by Mara Rouge

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The car idled at the stop sign, and the engine's low hum was a stark contrast to the silence that had settled between the two passengers. Vanessa disrupted the quiet moment with a sudden burst, out of nowhere, “Fire him. We should not renew his contract. You, WE, need another sitter. He is great, but... I think he will be best elsewhere, with another family, not with us.” “Wait. What? I don’t get it. Everybody loves him. The kids, me. I even thought you did too. Kids are happy. You are happy, at least up until now. I get more me time. What’s...

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“Cracks” by Renée Soediarto

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She was the girl most likely.The girl most dear.With a smile wider than a picture could capture-She was sure to never shrink or fade.“She’s leaving home…” the song says.She is going to make her own way.Down the track of no return,the cracks of wack or better yet-the breaches of the vaguely ventured,are the cracks of wack that will appear.“She’s leaving home…” the song wails. She is going to make her own way.Crack #1 A Pattern has formedThe crescendo is real at this hour of the morning. It starts out at sea like a buoy in a sha...

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“Forsaken Son” by K. Audrey Leto

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Forsaken Son Xavier took a deep breath, his hands curled around the bars of the jail holding cell he had just been confined to and all he could think about was how he got here. The charges against him were murder. The murder of his best friend. And sure he had done illegal things, mostly petty robberies but murder? He could never hurt anyone, especially his best friend… his partner in crime.He was still reeling from the fact that Gavin was dead, they had been friends since they were kids. How was Gavin dead?- He thought- How was he...

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Start your story with an unexpected betrayal.

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✍️ 81 stories

“The Green Deception” by Sofia Mullan

“Unfriended” by Paul Simpkin

“Bliźni” by 𝔊𝔲𝔞𝔡𝔞𝔩𝔲𝔭𝔢 𝔗𝔢𝔩𝔠𝔬𝔫𝔱𝔞𝔯

“Photo of Betrayal” by Deana Fay

“#Shrimpy” by Timothy Motley

“The Great Dominion: The Unveiled Betrayal ” by J. C. Kane

“Whatever it takes” by Eline Pols

“Unexpected” by Loren Laureti

“Temptation” by Brittaney Gambrell

“HUNTER'S REVENGE” by Melinda Madrigal

“How It Feels To Want” by Amber Pritchard

“Squash Soup” by Ken Damon

“Two Can Play The Game” by Mara Rouge

“Cracks” by Renée Soediarto

“Forsaken Son” by K. Audrey Leto

🌟 Similar prompts

Write about someone who is convinced they’re going to be betrayed.

Write about someone who is stuck between two opposing sides and can’t decide which one to choose.

Set your story at a tense event where everyone is unsure whose side they’re on.

Write about a backstabbing (literal or metaphorical) gone wrong.

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