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Tell a story with a series of emails, calls, and/or text messages.

Posted in Short Story on Jun 6, 2025

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1:03 a.m. Claire: is it true what I just heard? Louie: huh? Claire: what they're saying u did Louie: idk what ur talking about Claire: not doing this Louie: good Claire: …good?!? Louie: don’t wanna talk to u anyway Claire: too bad Louie: shut your mouth Claire: i’m the only one still on ur side Louie: SHUT. UP. NOW. Claire: i’m trying to HELP you Louie: don’t. i don’t want ur helpLouie: don’t need anyone Claire: wtf Louie: fr Claire: stop Louie: u think i do, but i don’t Claire: answer the question Louie: go fkn screw urself — Claire dislike...

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Your pet has been found

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From: lostandfound@urbansafarirescue.orgTo: a.kapoor96@gmail.comSubject: URGENT: We’ve Found Your Pet Greetings Mr. Kapoor, We’re happy to inform you that Bartholomew has been found! Our volunteer Ajay located him near the Japanese Gardens on Sinhagad road, approximately 7 km from your registered address. He appears a bit disoriented but otherwise in excellent health. He even had his monocle intact when we found him, looking as distinguished as ever. Please confirm a time for pick-up. He’s been asking for you. With warmth and whiskers,Aditi ...

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Way Out

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Email sent June 3rd, 8:34 am. Dear Dr. Roberts,I am writing to clarify whether or not my results will be available today. As you know, this is a matter of urgency.Thank you,JK.Text message chain with DN at 8:56DN: Are you free now?JK: No. Still waiting on my results. DN: Alr, well lemme know when you get them. JK: I will. Text message from “Mum” at 9:20Mum: I called Dr. Roberts, the results should come through in a few hours. Unread. Mum: I know it’ll be good news baby. You have so much more life to look forward to. UnreadMum: Get back to me...

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Scheduled Send

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Monday Victoria Atkins <v.atkins@tgacademy.org> 9 Jun 2025, 07:00to Melanie, LucyDear Melanie, Please accept my apologies, but I will not be in work today. I am aware that I should be calling in, but I am unable to do so this morning as I have woken up with no voice!I have uploaded my lessons to the cover drive and I hope to be in tomorrow. Apologies for the inconvenience. Kind regards,Victoria_________________________________________Lucy (7:32): Hey! I’ve just seen your email. Hope you’re OK? Feel better soon! Ali (8:02): Just seen yo...

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Between the Lines

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Part 1: The Revelation VOICE NOTE TRANSCRIPT – From: Cait – To: Bestie (Unsent)Cait: (Voice is a raw, ragged whisper, laced with barely contained panic) Oh my God. You are not going to believe this. Ali’s laptop. She left it open. I shouldn't have looked, but she’s been so distant. I’m desperate to understand. And it’s worse than I thought.(Pause, a shaky breath)It’s all about Sam, an old friend. Pages about their "connection"—things unsaid, moments that clearly meant the world to her. It reads like constant yearning. She describes Sam’s sce...

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Questions of Infinity

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Stardate 01.07.2157 // 19:42 “We’re tracking it, but it’s not on a standard path. It keeps making adjustments…” Mr. Williams stated clearly. “I’m aware,” Jane replied calmly into the terminal built into her desk. The feed was wavering due to the outdated tech. “Then you know it’s heading to the asteroid belt.” “I’m well aware.” She cleared her throat and sipped her wine. “Skip it, Howard. What’s the game plan?” “We don’t have one. We hope your deep space scanners picked up more than we have.” “Of course you don’t…” She clicked her tongue an...

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Cosi Fan Texty: A re-imagining of Mozart’s famous opera

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Dora to Fiona, Sun 8 June at 21.37Dora: OMG! Freddie’s proposed! 😊 Fiona: OMG! Congratulations! Dora: He actually got down on one knee and produced a ring! Fiona: When’s the date? Fiona: BTW, I’ve got news too.Dora: August 2026.Dora: Just noticed your other text. You mean you and Julian?Fiona: Guess who’s getting married in 12 months.Fiona: Crossed texts again.Dora: How did he ask you?Fiona: It was so corny. He said he always knew I was Miss Right but how did I fancy being Mrs Wright.Dora: Lad jokes. And technically you’re Miss Lang.Dora: St...

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Terminally Lovesick

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When finally and truly parted ways, you insisted you were a piece of shit that I should not be giving my attention to. [You:] 10:08 PM Because I understand what we’re doing is wrong, and I am terrible for allowing this to happen [You:] 10:08 PM I’m a piece of shit. [Me:]10:08 PM Well, I didn’t say all that. [You:]10:09PM I know [You:]10:09PMThat’s what im feeling right now Fea...

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The Package

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“The Package” Monday 12;20 PMFrom: Josh KinterTo: Will HammondWill, just checking in, how’s it going back there? Monday 6:22 PMFrom: Will HammondTo: Josh KinterNot bad. How’s Maui? Do you have any money left? I’m working from home. FedEx laid a package on my porch, your name care of me, my address. About the size of a case of beer but not as heavy. A mile of tape holding it together. The label says it’s from Mexico. What’s up? Monday 7:04 PMFrom: Josh KinterTo: Will HammondSorry for the delay, texting outdoors is tough with all the sun. I t...

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"HOW DID HE SAY I WOULD GO ON WITHOUT YOU?"

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"HOW DID HE SAY I WOULD GO ON WITHOUT YOU?" Text message From: JamesTo: HelenDate: May 3, 2025/7:03 PM Hi Helen, I just wanted to know if you remember something I seem to have forgotten. I remember the courtroom air so vividly, there was silence all around, could have heard the drop of a pin. And then the Judge made his pronouncement of 'irreconcilable differences' in a loud and brisk tone. I could only stare at nothing while you had your eyes on the floor, as the gavel echoed like thunder in a closed room. Oh yes, I clearly remember all o...

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Military Man of Instagram

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Tues 08:05 Dear Military Man, Delighter of my Dreams, I know you said to call you John, but I enjoy the titles I give you. It pulls me back to that moment you found me on Instagram. How the tingling rushed over my wrinkled skin (which you say you won’t mind) when I saw your photo. The warmth in your eyes, the bashful smile, US Army embroidered over your camouflaged heart. I need to hold on to that moment. Yesterday evening was not good. You see, I finally had the courage to tell my two children about you. I knew, despite the fact they’re ad...

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Swipe Right, Heart Left

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Tuesday, 7:17 PMDating App Message Denise: Hi Michelle, Thanks for matching. Hope you had a good long weekend!Tuesday, 7:25 PMDating App Message Michelle: Hey Denise! I did, thanks. Got some hiking in. How about you?Tuesday, 7:31 PMDating App Message Denise: Nice! Just chilled out, honestly. Needed the recharge. Your profile mentioned you're into photography? Any cool shots from the hike?Tuesday, 7:38 PMDating App Message Michelle: Definitely. Yeah, it's my main hobby. Got some decent mountain views, nothing too dramatic but always good to b...

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Midnight Affairs

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"Let me tell you about my day," you type in the subject line. You woke up before Dan, as you always do. You moved quietly, taking great care not to stir him. It’s as if your presence is a nuisance. You make coffee and sip it alone while drafting an email to Midnight. Dan wouldn’t understand, and you’re not sure he’d even care at this point.Like every day, Dan stirs only when his alarm tells him to. He rolls out of bed, showers, dresses, and barely acknowledges you. No hint of remembrance from last night's discussion. You can’t shake it; Dan ...

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The Ultimatum

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Text from Jason (SMS): I love you, little sister. Take care of Tom when I’m gone.My heart stopped beating. Warning bells sang in my head like a church choir, echoing and reverberating through my bones. I quickly dialed my older brother’s number and awaited his answer with bated breath. "Jason, what are you talking about?" I asked, my voice trembling."Just what I said, sis," he replied, his voice flat, devoid of its usual warmth. "I need you to look after Tom.""No, Jason. Don't say that. Where are you? I'm coming to you." My mind raced, tryin...

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Overstepping

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Subject: Request for Appointment and Supervision Inquiry for Bachelor Thesis 20. From Sullivan, Finley, <finley.sullivan@farberginstitute.edu> 04.06.2024, 07:27 Dear Kim,I’m honestly speechless. It deeply pains me that you chose to use this very thread of emails, our shared space of communication as evidence against me. I don’t think I’ll ever be able to forgive that.I suppose this is the end of what we had. It saddens me to say it, but this isn’t how a relationship, any relationship, should end. I’m feeling incredibly frustrated an...

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