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Austin Lucero

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Feb, 2024

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Burning Truth

Submitted to Contest #281

“It pisses me off.” Daniel took a sip of his drink. “Most of the promotions have already been handed out,” said Daniel. “Even that HR lady. Casey—Carol— or whatever. She got promoted too,” said Daniel. His gaze drifting to the gleaming chandelier lights reflecting on the polished floor of the venue. The vast space was adorned with green, red, and silver trees, twinkling lights, and every festive touch money could buy—courtesy of being one of the top tech companies in the world and hiring decorating professionals.Jacob leaned in. “It’s a...

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Red-Handed

Submitted to Contest #278

This isn’t like the movies. There’s too much blood and too much movement. Especially in my house. “Antonio,” followed by a tap on my shoulder, “Antonio,” another tap this time pushing me.”Watch out!” I snap. The man steps back, raising his hands in surrender.“Sorry Toño,” he said, “but where do you-?”“Pablo,” I tilt my head towards the front of the long wooden dining room table, “we have a guest.”Confusion lingered on Pablo’s face. I guess it didn’t matter. I thought. “Pablo,” I said, hugging him closer to me. He tried to resi...

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Yesterday’s Tomorrow

Submitted to Contest #261

The weather was not as bad this evening compared to the midday sun, and the humidity during the day that made someone wonder if their shower in the morning was worth it. The glass doors of the older downtown building opened onto the lively night life of the small town. “Hey,” an African-American man in his late seventies leaving the white-painted brick building, felt a warm hand on his shoulder as he walked down the stairs, “I’m glad you’re here. It was great of you to stop by and hang out with us. I really hope-“”Look,” the man cut him...

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