Melo Hale

“Sisters of Grace” by Melo Hale

Submitted to Contest #102

“Please sir, this is the only source of income I have, I promise I won’t be late ag- “That’s what you said the last time and the times before that!” the old man shouted back and began shoving the young woman out of his restaurant. She fell on the street filled with watching people, pity in their eyes. Lifting herself up and brushing off the dirt, she made her way to her apartment. The cold wasn’t too kind on her tears either, it only prompted more. Unlocking her door, she was gasped at the scene in front of her, boxes filled her compact apar...

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“last breath” by Melo Hale

Submitted to Contest #100

“Jamie?” the old woman called out. “Yes mom”, replied Jamie. He walked from the kitchen to tend to his mother. He sat next to her and took her hand in his. “Please don’t tell me about the wife thingy again” he leaned back into the couch. Looking away from her to watch the outside world which seemed more interesting. The old woman grinned from ear to ear knowingly. Her wrinkles became even more evident and her eyes beamed with love for her dear son. She knew that her time was near, she soon won’t be able to hold her son. He would be alone wit...

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“Harley” by Melo Hale

-WINDCREST PACKHOUSE-Two men grabbed her by her arms roughly and threw her to the floor in front of their alpha’s feet. Harley, too tired to even lift her head to see the person in front of her. She heard the door close behind as the two men who had mercilessly dragged her to this large room left. Minutes passed by before she could muster up the strength to stand up. Harley put all her weight in her clenched fists to lift her upper body. While resting on her knees she could almost see her reflection on the white marble floor. She also saw bl...

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“The Unknown island” by Melo Hale

Submitted to Contest #89

“Fear not my lady Abby, thy renowned confidant is here to retrieve thy mislaid soul from the island ‘The Unknown’, said Kat whilst gripping a plastic sword and pointing its sharp end towards the sky.Abby was in a seated position about a meter away. Upon hearing Kate’s hilarious statement, dissolved into laughter and leaned back. Almost lying down on her back. Amid her ceaseless laughter, she managed to word a suitable reply,“Oh, great Kate, make haste and catch my hand in yours and therefore redeem m bewildered humanity”.“Great Kate?”, Kate ...

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“The boy who almost stopped breathing” by Melo Hale

Submitted to Contest #88

Once there was a boy named Aaron. Aaron lived in a mansion with his parents. Mr and Mrs Saunders. They were of high rank in the social society because of their well-paying jobs. Their son, however, turned out to be a rotten and spoilt child. Aaron loved to lie and throw tantrums when things didn't go his way. Everybody knew that Aaron was not to be trusted. At 15, he already had a bad reputation. A troubled young man, people would say. When he was 5-years old, he stole chocolate and a drink from the shop. After being confronted about ...

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“The Woodland Communicators : Dicaleon Dynasty ” by Melo Hale

Submitted to Contest #86

Many centuries ago, there was a realm called Nemia. It had many kingdoms, one of which stood out from the rest. It was the Nuimerean Kingdom. This kingdom flourished with mystical woodland creatures. It had a dragon that lived in the clouds and occasionally flew down for ceremonies and rituals. Mermaids lived by the enchanted rivers and swam all day long. It also had werewolves that hunted for food from the other kingdoms. All these creatures lived in the forest above the surface. Below the surface, was the Centaurs reigning as kings an...

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