Write a story about someone sticking to a course of action even when it’s clearly wrong.

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“don't blame your self” by Biru Langit Oil Pastel

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By rethinking the words of doctor yo, made me realize that I was wrong in making a very fatal decision, but I remain firmly in my opinion regarding this. The initial incident occurred a month ago after I finished my research. After my research, I accompanied my friend fini to interview the doctor, and without me asking further questions, the taxi that drove through the intersection of red lights started turning towards the big hospital in my city, this was the first time I went to the hospital because I had been traumatized by things or thin...

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“"Tamahagane Steel." : A Lazarus Graim Tale” by GREENDOODLISM .

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TW: slurs My finger rose sharply. The immaculate cuticle at the end of my accusatory digit, shimmered like polished Tamahagane steel. My sudden unconscious action, weighed heavy in the air, like an intentionally drawn Katana blade. There was no time to breath. In fact all oxygen seemed to have disappeared; like fearful onlookers, fleeing a deadly Ronin showdown. My finger held its position. It did not waver or tremble; it held steady and thus I held the room in awe. I looked down the sight of my arm and past the finger. The sigh...

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“An Ode to Lost Flowers” by Rainne Mallard

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I had never seen a room so littered with coke cans. They were everywhere. Literally. Everywhere. On the desk, under the chair, in the closet, under the bed, on the bed, in the bed. Room 107 of the Alzheimer’s ward was the aftermath of a thirsty man’s war on coke cans. If you close your eyes, you can almost hear this man sucking, no, consuming the insides of these coke corpses with aggressive aplomb. Any regular person would be terrified at the sheer scale of this mess, but not me. I only chuckled to myself as I placed these coke cans one-by-...

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“That Could Be Us” by Cassidy Weatherbee

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“You were supposed to take that turn!” I held the wheel steady in my hands, my knuckles turning white from the pressure, my nails digging slightly into my palms. The sting kept me focused. I needed the focus. I knew this was wrong. But I couldn’t stop. Not now. “Ally, what is wrong with you?” Nate’s voice was icy, I could feel his eyes burning into me. I kept driving, watching the distant horizon hurtle towards us. “Nate, please just hold on.” I snapped back, my voice harsher than I had intended. My palms were sweaty now, sli...

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“Too Hot to Handle!” by Joshua Davidson

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“No, Chad! You know this isn’t right!” She screamed from a distance. But it was too late. Chad turned his head. “I’m sorry, Stacy.” Thoughts of regret filled his mind as he opened the doors of Marcos' Wingeria. The fumes of the restaurant made his eyes water. Chad knew he hated spicy foods. Stacy knew it too. Virtually everyone knew. His mouth was so spice intolerant, that the mere mention of hot sauce made him sweat like a hippo. Even though he hated spicy food, Cole had challenged him to eat here, the home of the spiciest...

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“Nosebleed Seats” by Melody Petras

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Nosebleed SeatsFor Jesse, the thought of it was silly at first. I dared him, and we laughed. Bright as the moon, his crescent-shaped smile dimmed, and it changed into a thoughtful grin. His cloudy vision cleared up when his imagination ironed his eyelids, and he wondered what would happen if he could be so bold.I noticed the switch, leaned forward over my sparkling wine and whispered, “I double-dog dare you.” I smiled with anticipation. Sitting back into my seat, I was proud of myself. Maybe all he needed was a little push – someone to ...

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“In Silence” by Sara Puno

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Most of my life, I never thought that something could hurt more than a broken leg. But as I stand by the bedroom door, I soon realize that there are pains far worse than broken bones. Leaking through the door cracks were the sounds of smacking lips and soft moans. My trembling hand reached for the doorknob but it was the sound of a familiar voice that stopped it in its tracks. “I was getting so lonely without you.” It was my wife’s voice. So soft and sweet, it was almost like she was talking to me through the door. But I wasn’t t...

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“Violent Beginnings” by Camila Rodriguez

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Danielle de Silva was never one for second guessing. Even when death stared her in the eyes on countless occasions she would never budge. So why was it that, on this cold and bitter night, she was hesitating?Danielle rubbed at her aching head, trying her best to stop these rampant thoughts from consuming her. She stared at the looming stairs in front of her that faded into darkness. Taking in a deep, steadying breath she lifted the hem of her ebony dress and began her descent down the stone steps. The ghost of a cool touch greeted her with e...

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“My Kid Brother” by Maggie Lorenzo

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I love the sound of crickets accompanied by the crackling of a fire. The smell of this smoke is heavenly to me, I breathe it in and exhale any pent up stress that was lingering in my mind. My environment right now is my idea of a perfect summer's night. That's when I hear a screech that I swear to go had the capability of shattering ear drums. I slowly turn my head to my right. “Was that really necessary? Could you act your age for five minutes?” My little brother was sitting on a tree stump next to me. His face was covered in melted chocola...

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“Don’t leave the room” by Yellow Shmell

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The alarm went off. – Tink-tink, the little hysterical machine rattled in my ears. I sat up in bed without opening my eyes. My neck was itching as hell so I started kneading it heavily. The boss said to be on time today. What a jerk. Some sort of an important meeting, you see. His face immediately sets a bad tone for the whole day. - Damn it. I just didn't want to think about him and all this routine from the beginning of a day. Anyway, fuck him. I wish it was already evening, and I'd go back. It's so nice to know that in the evening you wil...

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“Hermit Man With Really Big Hands” by Potater Potorter

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The wind howled as Nikolaus opened the door and emerged from the snow. He had returned from hunting and brought back two things: a rabbit and a disappointed look on his face. His kids, Heidi and Rendall jumped with joy; it was finally their turn to eat. When Nikolaus would catch food, the parents would eat. Then the next time he’d catch food, the kids would eat. Their mother, Edlin, told them to calm down and reserve their energy. But they couldn’t get over the fact that they would finally be able to eat something bigger than a rat. While Ed...

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“Need” by Mazen Mahmoud

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Need 1 "Why would you marry him when you are not convinced of him?" I turned to my picture in the mirror, put the finishing touch, put a red flower on the front of the dress, and swallowed my saliva twice before uttering the phrase "I am ready", and examined the black aura that surrounded my eyes. I noticed that my finger was empty from the wedding ring, so I ran to look for it, "I married him because I need it." Maybe the ring fell into the bathroom sink, I lifted the tail of my dress and wrapped it around my neck, took off my silky cov...

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“The Doorway” by L. T. Pitkin

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I am going to find the treasure. I know there’s a treasure. Luke questioned me but I’m certain about it. What I found were all the clues, like a scavenger hunt, and I just have to put the whole thing together. We moved into this house a month ago. At first, I didn’t want anything to do with the move. But I was going through boxes to unpack my toys and I dropped a bouncy ball onto the floor. It echoed in a way I didn’t expect, so I investigated. Behind a floorboard I found an envelope with letters and a photo. It was just like my birthday...

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“Perfect figure” by Sharmila Nizam

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I looked up at the clock and exhaled knowing its almost time. Before I think something else I heard it. “Ayuki honey dinner is ready.” That’s my mother and I shut the book looking back at the door, “It’s showtime, Ayuki,” I said to myself and walk down to t...

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“Just a Stone’s Throw Away” by Ali Anthony Bell

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Daniel Starkman grew up in the Bay Area, and he was like all his friends. He was taught to take pride in being Jewish, while living in a world that was full of anti-Semitism. Zionism gave him a sense of belonging. It was an integral part of his life, and when he came of age, he didn’t hesitate to enroll in the IDF. He was thrilled to be able to defend Israel and to participate in taking back the land that was rightfully theirs. Lapidos Rivkin was from Tel Aviv. His parents came to Israel as Ashkenazi Jewish settlers before he was born. He wa...

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Write a story about someone sticking to a course of action even when it’s clearly wrong.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 182 stories

“don't blame your self” by Biru Langit Oil Pastel

“"Tamahagane Steel." : A Lazarus Graim Tale” by GREENDOODLISM .

“An Ode to Lost Flowers” by Rainne Mallard

“That Could Be Us” by Cassidy Weatherbee

“Too Hot to Handle!” by Joshua Davidson

“Nosebleed Seats” by Melody Petras

“In Silence” by Sara Puno

“Violent Beginnings” by Camila Rodriguez

“My Kid Brother” by Maggie Lorenzo

“Don’t leave the room” by Yellow Shmell

“Hermit Man With Really Big Hands” by Potater Potorter

“Need” by Mazen Mahmoud

“The Doorway” by L. T. Pitkin

“Perfect figure” by Sharmila Nizam

“Just a Stone’s Throw Away” by Ali Anthony Bell

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