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Write a story that starts with someone writing their will — one they know people won’t like.

Posted in Dramatic on Jul 27, 2021

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“I'm Sorry...” by Emma Rose

Submitted to Contest #57

"I'm sorry that things had to be like this. I just, can't live with this constant pain anymore, I need to do something about it. I need vengeance. The police will not bring justice for her death, so I'm going to. I don't care what happens, they need to be punished. "First, I must find them. I have a pretty good idea of who it is. They go to her coffee shop everyday. Their eyes are dark and cold, they're always watching their surroundings. Something about them is odd. I know they're the ones who did it. I remember her mentioning that these th...

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“Change of Plans” by Fay Winter

Submitted to Contest #57

I sign my name at the bottom of the page slowly, as to make my writing as neat and precise as I possibly can. I am so scared. I straighten the two crisp white paper pages and stand up from my desk. I can do this. Besides, it's not like I can back out now. I've already signed my name on the paper. I take a deep breath and straighten my blonde bob and smooth down my blouse before pushing the heavy wooden doors open. The crowd of at least 200 people turn from their gossiping and stare at me for a few seconds before they all take their seats ...

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“Written out” by Shelby Schwartz

Submitted to Contest #57

“I want people to dance, to laugh, enjoy the life I’ve lived.”  “You just told me the other day you don’t enjoy your life.” My friend and lawyer, Jake Smock, says, dropping his pen.  “That's true, but they don’t need to know that.” I grin.  “We are trying to write your will. We have the opening sentence and those paying for funeral and other expenses. Who you leaving your money and personal property too?” “You in a rush?” “I have other appointments.” “Not until like noon. It’s only ten.” “You checked my schedule?” He lo...

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“Grandma's Safe Haven ” by Skye May

Submitted to Contest #57

"I'm just going to stay up for a while, I have a lot of work to do." I say, as I comb my fingers through my thinning hair, as a cluster of hair falls to the floor. I hang up the phone and silently walk down the hall and turn the corner. Siggy, my dog, is laying on the floor whimpering. "Oh siggy, you've always been by my side. Come, sit with me." As he tries to jump up and sit beside me on the love sofa, he barely makes it. Being 14 years old can really show a dogs age. His hair is shedding just about as much as mine does, these days...

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“The Last Laugh” by Laura Austin

Submitted to Contest #57

Gladys frowned as she made yet another correction. Her typing skills weren't bad, but her eyesight had diminished with the years and at only 65, she struggled to see small print. She needed to get this done, however. It was her Last Will and Testament- a very important document. This piece of paper would determine the legacy she left to the names on her list. The names of her closest family members. Close- HA! Like they even bothered to come and see her. Not a single one of them knew of her secret, her nest egg. She had saved every dime she ...

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“My Never-Reality” by Yaki Lim

Submitted to Contest #57

"Your selfish life is so goddamn meaningless! The moment you leave this world is the moment this world will be relieved from a burden like you!"My mother's line kept repeating itself in my head, over and over, tainting my thoughts and intentions like oil against water. My eyes trailed down to look at the purple, pink and yellow blotches of skin that hadn't cleared since the last time she bottomed another bottle of alcohol.Ensuring my doorknob was locked, I took out my headphones and allowed myself to escape into the never-reality. I gave mys...

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“Will You Except This Will?” by Lizzy Burt

Submitted to Contest #57

Sighing, Ryan left the pen hovering over the paper and looked at Molly. “You ready?”Molly smiled, the wrinkles he so dearly treasured stretching. “No one’s going to like this, so let’s just get it over with.”As he began writing, Molly’s hazel eyes looked out the arched window. Sunlight streamed into the room, illuminating the beautiful old books of their library. Their grandchildren were running across the red ground in front of their family’s houses, their space suits not able to hide the giggles and smiles. Their rover assistant rolled ove...

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“The Apprentice” by Angela Dempsey

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Alderson Rothwell, the third, decided it was time to write his will. A man of means and getting ready to retire. Greedy family members and so-called friends surrounded him. The heart attack he suffered six months earlier, convinced him he was not immortal.While recovering, he pondered who was worthy to inherit the fortune he had accumulated.His father, Alderson Rothwell, the second, had done well for himself. But the Rothwell fortune grew into a noticeable amount under his guidance. He knew his father and grandfather would be proud...

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“How I go” by Evelyn Wong

Submitted to Contest #57

It was midnight. In the glittering candlelight, I took out my beautiful peacock feather quill and started writing on a piece of yellow parchment. ‘My last will and testment. I, Thomas Rowan Reginald Michael Hardy, leave all my property and money to my daughter, Heather Merilda Erline Hardy.’ My hand quivered when I wrote these few words, although I knew it was the right thing. My brother and brother-in-law both died of the plauge. My son, James, was an avid gambler. He wasn’t smart, either, and would often lose, even if he cheated. I defini...

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“The Last Word” by Inna J

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  One of my hands is sticky and the other one is hot. I want to put down the steaming mug of Jack Daniels and tea before it permanently injures me, but there is no good surface. I rush to the kitchen island and slam the mug down, I move my hand away just in time to miss the drops of the hot liquid bouncing out of the mug, grasping for their last chance to burn me. My other hand is clutching a Boston cream donut with such intensity that I put a hole through it and the cream oozes onto my fingers. I lick it off. I’m a woman of simple...

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“The Tale of Monte's Will” by Ren McD

Submitted to Contest #57

“Thanks for helping me to write this will Conrad. I could not have done it without your help,” said Monte excitedly. “It was no trouble at all my friend,” replied Conrad, who had a pleased look on his face. Suddenly a sad countenance gripped him and he continued, “It will be sad to see you go. You have been a good man but I hate to see you suffer like this.” Monte coughed twice before replying, “I wish I could see the expressions on their silly faces when they hear the contents of this will. They are excellent pretenders. The rumors proved t...

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“The Puppet” by LeighAnne Ferreol

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Trigger warning: suicide   All assets should be distributed as dictated in this will without exception or appeal. These are the final wishes of Jennifer P. Nelson as witnessed by barrister Morris S. Rothstein. Jenny signed her name grandly at the bottom of the document. Morris shook his head as she slid the document over to him. He picked it up and flipped through the pages, giving a deep sigh. “Jen, are you sure about this?” He asked. “Once this is officiated, if anything happens to you, then we can’t-” “This is what I want,” she said ...

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“The Ones He Left Behind” by Robyn J

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Trigger warning: suicide   -Ten days ago- “He’s been writing for hours,” Yasmine whispered to me. “He’ll stop, scribble things out, crumple up the paper and then toss it away. It’s happened even more than when he’s working on an essay. I’m getting worried.” I stared at Rayne as he rammed a hand through his hair and gave a tiny growl of frustration. I’d never seen him like this, even when he was freaking out over his resume in tenth grade. I turned to Yasmine. “Have you tried to talk to him?” Yasmine shuddered. “Yes, and it didn’t go ove...

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“See you hereafter” by Debbie Day

Submitted to Contest #57

There is an unusual activity happening in Dr. Curnow's office. While a copy of his last will and testament lies on the old mahogany desk and he paced around the room looking somewhat distressed while he keeps silently talking to himself. He isn't alone, however. There is a woman, can you see her? Of course not, she's dead and her body lies 6000 miles away. Nevertheless, she is present. When Curnow finally sat down and buried his face in his hands he attempt to converse with the presence. "Nedjem how am I to do this?" He asked as knowing she ...

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“A Teapot for Sadie” by Teresa Leith

Submitted to Contest #57

“The world is such a sour place,” she said. “Why even my best friends are complaining and grouching around. I never thought I’d see the day when Selma Lynn would come right out and throw verbal punches at Lizzie. They’ve been friends for years.” Sadie glanced at Granny. Granny rarely ever complained about anything. She was the most caring, loving person Sadie knew. Granny had taken her in when momma had walked out several years ago and daddy went to prison. Granny had watched over several young children throughout her life and most were n...

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