Cypress Grey

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jun, 2020

Stories (2)

2 Stories

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“A New Beginning” by Cypress Grey

Submitted to Contest #51

I was suddenly aware of my consciousness, though something stopped me from opening my eyes. It wasn't that a physical obstacle prevented me; the slow build of dread rising in my chest at what might meet my gaze was enough to keep my eyes shut tight. I had woken up with no recollection of how I’d gotten here... wherever “here” was. The soft undergrowth cushioning my body felt cool against my burning skin, but it remained the only clue of my whereabouts until I could manage the strength to open my eyes. Perhaps I should take inventory of my su...

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“The Tale of Hyper” by Cypress Grey

Submitted to Contest #48

Bleak. Lonely. Desolate. Such was a world without Hyper. Experimenting one day with a new formula for coffee, our unfortunate (or, dare I say, fortunate) hero concocted a mix that altered his chemistry, infusing his DNA with caffeine. Ever since, he has been the ever-vigilant watchman we all need to feel safe: sleepless, brave, quick, and able to whip up any piping hot or seriously cool coffee in less than a minute. He was the hero we never expected, but all love. ... The streets were quiet as he strolled; not even the local veteran thie...

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Author bio

Hi everyone! I'm not quite sure what to put here, but welcome to my little writing nook! I hope you enjoy my stories and I'd love to give critique-for-critique if you'd like :) Keep writing!