Valentina Reiken

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“Rain of Terror” by Valentina Reiken

Submitted to Contest #160

Johanna filled Chloe’s bottle with the last of the fresh water and even though she knew that no clothing would protect her baby, she wrapped her in a shawl. She checked the bag for her I.D. card. It was ration day.       She looked through the window—no sign of clouds. The horror of her husband’s death flashed before her. Johanna rocked the baby to comfort herself and closed her eyes. The half-hourly bulletin brought her back to reality.       “Good morning from the Contro...

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