Chris Ashline

Author on Reedsy Prompts since May, 2021

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“Dinner and Murder (Part I)” by Chris Ashline

Submitted to Contest #281

It was a cold stormy night. Alexander MacElroy had invited his family over for dinner and for an announcement involving the future of his company and a special arrangement for one of them in particular. He made his fortune in the manufacturing of light bulbs. He had always joked that it just an idea he had. The guests included his widowed sister Debra and her children Brian and Lilith. He still referred to them as children even though they were both well into their thirties. His company lawyer, Stephanie Livings...

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“Elowye and Sylvan” by Chris Ashline

Submitted to Contest #280

“Hello there. Where are you traveling to?”“I’m going to Thorindall for guild registration.”“That’s where I’m heading as well. It’s that time when everyone our age needs to register with a guild and determine the path to our destinies. Mind if I walk with you?”“Sure, my name is Elowye. Which guild do you intend to seek an apprenticeship in?”“I’m Sylvan. I’ve been working at the inn developing my skills as a bard, but possibly looking to train as a hunter as well. How about you?”I grew up learning the farming trade wit...

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“NETWORK Man” by Chris Ashline

Submitted to Contest #263

NETWORK MANBy Christopher Ashline In the year 2372, the people of Earth set forth on an ambitious undertaking that brought forth the next age of man. Deep space probes had detected planets outside of the solar system that had a high potential of supporting human life. The countries of the planet came together and space mission Odyssey was established with the purpose of colonizing another planet, the planet was given the name New Eden. Since humanity hadn’t mana...

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“Bottom's Dream” by Chris Ashline

Submitted to Contest #257

Alex Carter was feeling at the lowest point of his life as he left the restaurant. What he had planned to be one of the greatest points of his life quickly turned into one of the worst. He had planned to propose to his girlfriend of three years, but instead she not only turned him down, but had broken off the relationship saying that she had found someone else. As he walked through the dark streets, he was completely closed off to the sights and sounds of the city around him. All he could feel was the emotional pain in hi...

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“Wind in the Willows” by Chris Ashline

Submitted to Contest #248

THE WIND IN THE WILLOWSBy Chris AshlineThroughout history, there have been many tales and lore regarding creatures of all types. One such creature roams the bayous in Louisiana near a little town named Blue Stone. The townspeople have given this creature that has decided to reside in the area the name of the Willowwind. While none of the people have ever actually seen the creature, there are also some locals who have never been seen again. There are those who have been brave enough to travel out in the swamp for all kinds...

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