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Submitted to Contest #64
The year was 1943, and World War 2 was dragging on. German Troops were suffering due to stupid decisions that originated from the fanatic mind of Hitler. The invasion of mainland Europe was on the cards of the Allied army. Americans recently captured the Buna from the Japanese troops. Everyone lauded Paul, the Captain of the US Army, who played a crucial role in that battle. He was recalled to home for a post at The Office of Strategic Services: America's First Intelligence Agency. Paul arrived in the USA with a letter that confirmed...
Submitted to Contest #63
'Common Emma, we are almost there,' said John. 'But, the wind is severe. I can't lead you all anymore. Take my place,' said Emma. 'Lead us till the Sun is out from the horizon. You can endure that, can't you?' 'It is not about endurance. It is about the pack I am leading. With my slow performance, we won't be able to make it there in time.' 'But...' 'No, but. Take my place and lead us until the sunrise,' ordered Emma with a disgruntled voice. John was reluctant to switch the place with his wife, Emma. It looked like Jo...
Submitted to Contest #62
'No, brother. You can not defeat poverty with education,' said Leon and banged his fist on the rostrum. The audience did not laugh because the previous dialogues had established that point pretty much. But Abner failed to hide his smile. He said, 'So, you are saying that education is inapt to fight poverty. That our schools are useless and we must expel the teachers from their job because they are keeping this nation poor.' Leon dangled the hook, and Abner happily got entangled in it. By blaming teachers and schools, Abner involv...
Submitted to Contest #61
'Thank you for your support, Mr.Hardy. Your guidance and monetary help made this complex a possibility. The hundreds of children that will benefit from this complex will be forever grateful to you,' said the principle of a newly opened school in oak park. Mr. Hardy donated the entire building and also a handsome amount that would ensure the continued sustenance of this facility. That school was his 5th humanitarian project. Tim, or Mr.Hardy as the people knew him, has about 220 real estate properties in the entire state of Illinois. He...
Submitted to Contest #60
The Sun just woke-up. Nature announced the arrival in its rhythm. Birds were busy chirping. The wind was blowing with utmost speed & it rattled the trees. All elements were cheering in their unique way to create a peaceful & calm environment. Amidst that peaceful atmosphere, there was a magnificent villa. The owner of that villa was a Tech-Company CEO. His name was Kevin. His name was associated with at least 72 patents that revolutionized the world and gave Humans another chance of survival. Kevin uplifted humanity w...
Submitted to Contest #58
'Are you Sure?' doubted Erika. 'Hey Asha, Scan one more time to confirm your predictions.' suggested Arthur to Asha, an Artificial Intelligence specially developed to help astronauts for Space Missions. 'Let me do that, Arthur,' said Asha in a voice that was bereft of any indication that it was a lifeless voice. The machine tone was absent from the voice of Asha. The beeping voice echoed inside that hollowed spacecraft that recently landed on the surface of an unknown planet. The spaceship had four crew members and the latest tech to e...
Submitted to Contest #57
“What’s the delay, Trina?” asked Ron “One moment, sir. There was a resurge. Fixing it in a few seconds.” replied Trina, the AI Bot instantly. “We are ready to go, Ron. Which date you would like to visit?” asked the Trina “Wait a minute. Let me refer to it one more time.” saying that Ron continued reading the manual. He was going through it for one more time, in case something went wrong in the future and he had to act on his own without Trina. He dropped the book on the table and adjusted his backpack. That backpack contained all th...
Submitted to Contest #56
"Are you sure?" asked Jack "cent percent. I saw the briefing with my own eyes. Be ready near the runway. You will have about 20 to 25 minutes to make your move." replied Tom. "Okay. What about the fence?" "Don't worry. I have taken care of it. Just be prepared and I will take care of rest." Tom assured Jack once again as the operation they were about to carry was going to change their future and fortune. Jack placed the receiver of the public phone as politely as he can and glanced backward and then on both sides to be certain that no one ...
Submitted to Contest #55
The driver turned-off the Car's headlight after reaching the entrance. The gate was closed and it was completely dark. The gate protected the entrance of an old and abandoned mansion. There was no streetlight and thus it was pitch dark with an occasional chirping of crickets. The driver then open the glove box and took out a strong flash-light from that. He turned it on and search for the receiver in the darkness. After finding it, he turned it off. He remembered the passcode that was written on the invitation letter with invisible ink. ...
Submitted to Contest #54
The cold wind was piercing his skin. The darkness of the night made it easy for him as his eyes were unable to gauge the depth. Paul was standing at the edge of the cliff with his police uniform lying near his legs. Naked against the wind, he was shivering yet he was firm on his decision to jump from the cliff. The last few months were pretty tough for Paul. He was arrested by his own Police Department due to chargers of murder leveled against him by the family of the victim. There was no hope for Paul’s acquittal as the charges levele...
Submitted to Contest #53
Prompt: Write about a few people spending a long-overdue weekend away at a cottage.The plan was finalized and after many setbacks and denials, all were in. There was always something or someone that forced to abort the plan.The time was selected with much consideration and input from all. All Four of them confirmed their presence on the weekend at the cottage that had golden school memories attached to it. Four school friends, who were now well-settled in their respective businesses agreed to meet at their cottage on the upcoming weeken...
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