Lourdes Cruz

“The Night's Domain” by Lourdes Cruz

Dear Diary,  Mama and Papa think I'm lying. Everyday, I cam hear bells in the woods behind our house. Not the kinds of bells that you find ringing on a Cathedral. They sounded a lot like jingle bells, the kind that you imagine when you think of Christmas. I want to enter the woods, but every time I hear the bells, it is always dark. Mama and Papa are always warning me that things are always more dangerous in the dark. I want to prove them wrong. Signing off,  Isabelle Flores. ~~~ Isabelle, or Isa as her family called her ...

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“Star Showers” by Lourdes Cruz

Estelle Hoshizora was a precious little girl who lived in a box. She was young and frail-looking, with hair that resembled the winter stream, a beautiful white. It didn't help that her eyes were an unnatural crimson as well. "The eyes of a witch." That's what her parents had said when they left her here.  Estelle wandered the city of Taevas, belonging to the kingdom of Charna. She looked around the shopkeeper's abandoned merchandise, looking for anything to eat. The girl knew that midnight was the only moment the man would leave his c...

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“(Un)Forgettable love ” by Lourdes Cruz

Submitted to Contest #81

Funny, they tend to say that love is unforgettable. It was for me, but for him? Not so much. Sure, it's been 10 years since we've seen each other, but am I really that insignificant in his life? Gotta say it's kind of disappointing when you meet your childhood best friend and crush again after this long. After all of this time, you'd think someone like me would have moved on. Nope! I spent my years looking back fondly, dreaming of the day that I see him again. And as I remember all of this, I can't help but wonder how I got into this situa...

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“Mission: Impostor (Part 1)” by Lourdes Cruz

I hate this. I thought, looking at the sobbing boy, not much older than me. "Why? Why would you do this?! I thought you were my friend!" He kept his eyes closed, holding a page that I regretted not throwing away. Hair fell over his eyes, black and white bangs now covering half of his face. He was always smiling, but not anymore. Not until I used a tactic called 'befriend and betray.' *** That was my first mistake. On my very first day with them, I had shown up with a sack of food and tools to help my mission. I looked around, scanning...

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“Um... Boo?” by Lourdes Cruz

Submitted to Contest #65

Yūrei opened her eyes, sitting up in a... graveyard? That was strange, she didn't remember falling asleep there. Looking around, she stood and began to wander around. Maybe someone could tell her what had happened. She saw no one. "Where... Am I?" She asked aloud. "You seem lost." She jumped, turning to stare at the person to who the voice belonged. A glowing blue boy dressed in an 1800's newsboy attire. He appeared to look like a newsboy. "I am... but who are you?"  She responded. He gave a playful smirk, ti...

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“The rebellious Princess: Weeping Willow” by Lourdes Cruz

Submitted to Contest #57

Today was the day. The royal family of the enchanted forest sang joyfully, as it was the turn of the youngest princess to choose her future husband of the noble spirits among the ceremony. Amir, her father, was the king of all trees, while her mother, Kiri, was the daughter of a noble shrub. The family was excited to see who their daughter would end up with. Princess Willow's elder sisters, however, would not be attending. Despite their absences, the family tradition would continue. Willow was petrified. She was trying to figure out how ex...

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“The Moon and Star prince” by Lourdes Cruz

Submitted to Contest #43

Atlalune stared with pride at the small sleeping bundle in her arms. She smiled at the new prince Astrum. Merely by looking at his beautiful ivory skin and silver hair. She lay back, making sure not to wake her precious baby. She hummed a sweet little lullaby, almost giving in to the peace from the darkness of the room. Before she had completely drifted off, a bright figure entered the room, giving off a comforting warmth, her skin becoming silver. "I have arrived, my love." Her husband, Sol, stated warmly. "Hello my dearest sunlight." She s...

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“The Moonlit Meadow” by Lourdes Cruz

Submitted to Contest #42

Hibiki LeBlanc was a sweet boy, often found tending to the flowers near the river and communing with animals. In other words, the other boys would find him to be rather odd. Unlike a typical boy who adored sporting events and rough-housing, Hibiki would prefer to be left alone and wander his beloved garden near the river. Due to his sweet nature, he often attracted lost spirits, those whom he would demonstrate his hospitality and kindness to the fullest extent, and would often receive gifts from them. His parents, much like him, were kind an...

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“Silver Hollow” by Lourdes Cruz

Submitted to Contest #42

"I'm so bored!" A rambunctious ten-year-old boy yelled to his older sister. Her emerald eyes shone anxiously as she looked around, trying her best to silence the dark-haired boy. "Shhh! Be careful! You don't want to attract any monsters, do you?" The young boy groaned loudly once more, repeating the phrase "But I'm bored!" for about the hundredth time. "You know we have to stay put! We can't get caught!" She whisper-yelled, bringing her thin finger to her lips.The young boy simply sighed and said, "You're right. But we have to at least do so...

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“Smokey's Shadow.” by Lourdes Cruz

Submitted to Contest #41

A little Grey kitten made his way under a large wooden structure, his sparkling blue eyes shining with amusement as the two-legged creatures called his name. "Smokey" was what they yelled. The fact that the creatures were calling his name alerted Smokey they had begun his favorite game. Silly creatures, he thought to himself, a playful grin decorating his fuzzy features. "Smokey!" Called the eldest male creature with a deep voice. The male walked towards his hiding spot, causing smokey's tail to flick anxiously. He knew the creatur...

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“A Blazing Beginning ” by Lourdes Cruz

Submitted to Contest #7

A tall,curly-haired, handsome boy walks into a meeting room filled with pre-teens and teenagers. He radiates strength, not showing any signs of anxiety or fear. "That's him. I can't believe it's him." Whisper a group of girls, as he passes. He flashes them a blinding white smile, triggering excited blushes and squeals. He makes his way to the front, walking confidently to the platform set up by the other six that had come before him. He stepped up, turning on his microphone, inhaling slowly. The room went silent as he opened his mouth to spe...

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