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Submitted to Contest #284
As the priestess unsheathed the ceremonial needle and prepared the dais for the coming sacrifice, I watched as a servant discreetly turned a dial near the entrance. In response, the shutters on every lamp shifted slightly, dimming the light of the great room. I marveled at the ingenuity, remembering how my father had described the years of trial and error before this synchronized system reached perfection.The tapestry emitted a glistening silver-white light, causing the trinkets and baubles adorning the guests to twinkle.My headpiece gleamed...
Submitted to Contest #249
Trigger Warnings: This story contains themes of physical violence, gore, and abuse; mental health issues; substance abuse; and other sensitive themes, including murder, moral ambiguity, and a complex, potentially unhealthy romantic relationship. Reader discretion is advised.Camila Ramirez's heart raced as she glanced at the clock on her dashboard. 8:45 AM. Her job interview was at 9:00 sharp, and she was still stuck in the notorious Los Angeles traffic. After spending the past six months unemployed and sleeping on her sister's couch, this wa...
Submitted to Contest #208
Chapter 1 Bitter, cold rain? Seriously? Walking to my mother’s front door from my car in her gravel driveway, I was met with a torrential downpour, soaking me to the bone immediately. I was not dressed for this weather, considering ten minutes ago it was 85℉ with bright, clear skies, nor did I have an umbrella. Such unpredictable weather here. I wonder how much a meteorologist gets paid around here. The only job in life where you can be 100% wrong and still get paid! Is this why you loved Colorado so much, Mom? Sure, she’s got a nice view,...
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