Ru B

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Aug, 2020

Stories (3)

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“Tits and Cartilage Nuggets” by Ru B

Submitted to Contest #166

“I quit.” Her expression didn’t change when I said that. It hadn’t changed since we sat down at the cafe. Once, I heard someone from a video describe how they ended a toxic relationship abruptly. As one might kill a bug, they said. It’s disgusting, so you don’t want to look at it, but you have to make sure it’s dead. When anyone finds a bug in our apartment, I’m the one to go after it with a plastic container and something flat to put underneath. Though, I’m not sure if I do it because I pity the creepy crawler or just hate the thought of cl...

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“Third Time’s The Charm” by Ru B

Submitted to Contest #61

He was on the cusp of a dream that had something to do with weddings when Nathan was forcefully awoken by the incessant beeping of a clock alarm. Underneath the noise, he could hear someone cooking over the single hot plate in the kitchenette. After turning the alarm off and rolling around reluctantly in bed for a few minutes, Nathan finally tossed his legs over the edge and got up.In the bathroom, he washed his face and took a razor to the stubble that had sprouted over the last twenty-four hours. After rinsing, he tipped a bottle of his fa...

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“Lessons for Chocolate Confessions” by Ru B

Submitted to Contest #56

He was still following her. She had stopped looking, but she felt it. His presence pushed against her back and propelled her forward, away from the horrible possibilities of what could happen if he caught up. She didn’t know who he was and what he wanted with her. It was cold out but Megan was suffocating under her coat. Her shirt was soaked in her sweat and her breath left her in short, forceful bursts. She had already passed her bus stop and didn’t know where she was going. Megan had seen these streets many times, but was never on foot w...

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Author bio

Half-Japanese Californian and complete novice at writing, here for the supportive community and constructive criticism! I just graduated with my Bachelor's degree so right now is 'me time' exploring interests and what I'm passionate about. I love tabletop games, cats, art, and stories! đź“š Be my friend on Goodreads! https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/85380823