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Write about a character who’s stuck in an elevator when the power goes out.

Posted in Thriller and Suspense on Oct 26, 2022

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“Reflections” by Randi W

Submitted to Contest #58

Laura winced as she walked down the long hallway, after an eight hour shift at the law firm in stilettos, she was more than happy to go home. A wide smile lit up her face as she remembered the look on Jeffery's face when she told him her last shift was that very day; he tried to convince her to stay with promises with a raise and a better office. 'I think leaving is the smartest thing I have ever done,' grinned Laura pressing the down button to summon the elevator, 'now I can finally live my dream as an photographer.' Moments later, a cheer...

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“Not Powerless” by William Hargrove

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Hour 0 If Rebecca Hawkins had known what she was going to cause, just from the simple act of holding that door, she would have thrown away that moment of prideful politeness in a heartbeat. “Becca, don't!” Rebecca’s friend, Jenny, cried out as Rebecca’s ex-boyfriend, Ron, dashed through the open doors, alongside one of Rebecca’s coworkers.  “Thank you! You’re very kind,” the man said cheerfully, but slightly raggedly as he caught his breath from his sprint down the hallway. He began to rush to the corner, his vibrant red tie flutteri...

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“Horrible night, Unforgettable night. ” by Meghma Ghosh

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I am Meghma, I am always a tomboy like girl I always like fighting out through problems than running away from it. I am 24 and I can still handle my own life smoothly. So I am still single. I have been in a relationship with a boss of another cosmetics company. As usual as everyday I went to my office and as the boss of LS company I always have to run here and there, up and down, from this meeting to that, life is a bit hectic being a boss of your own company. I don't have a little bit of time to enjoy myself with a cup of coffee. I am only...

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“Is there anyone out there?” by Carol Keefer

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“Is there anyone out there?” “Is it safe?” I said, as my shoes squish underneath my weight, catching everyone's attention toward my untimely last-minute arrival aboard this crowded cage. “Sardines,” I mumbled to myself as I fell into ranks with this silent collective: strangers held together in such an unnatural habitat.   “What floor?” the balding man said with a slur, his dull gray eyes peering down at my shoes. Keeping my eyes down, I said, “The eighth  floor, please.” His stubby finger presses the button, &nbs...

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“Thanks For Lights Out” by Anime Boy

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Tom: I'm gone irritated by that, why is the boss so cruel, he always stuck me from going home. What he want that in a low salary i will do overtime. No not at all. Huuuuhhhh Harry: hey dude, why are bursting too much, leave that. Come on, lets have a drink tonight at my home. My darling isn't at home tonight, these are some wonderful days of my life when i am alone. Yeeah wooooooo Tom: yes u r right, I'm not the only one who is depressed due to his boss. Harry: this sounds good. Wait, i m taking my car here , at first we will enjoy our...

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“The Changes” by Michael Ayende

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It's Monday , the day were everybody got annoyed because it's another week to survive and we knew every Monday experience were terrible.Change of body clock, rushed breakfast, rushed shower, stuck on traffic , stuck at the lane at the coffee shop and most probably horrible is stuck on the elevator. Reve , a customer service representative in a well known institution starting his monday with an unwealthy vibe, he just got a nightmare. He started making his breakfast with store-bought pancit canton-pandesal ( which is technically Filipino st...

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“Down to Meet You” by Arizona Foster

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The ticking of the clock on the wall to the left of me was almost deafening. So many thoughts raced through my head as I waited for my sister to come back to her office. Lydia said this guy was nice and very charming, but what did she know? According to her, Lydia’s only worked with this guy for a little over a month. Not to mention, she’d been out of the dating game for far too long to know how everything worked. I’m not even sure I’d caught on yet.  I twirled a long piece of my auburn hair around my fingers while I circled my e...

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“Bull's Eye” by Sassica Dyer

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My blue eyes were steadily staring out the window when I saw hundreds of eagles rapidly falling from the sky. The clouds became darker and teardrops were falling to the ground. Whistling sounds of the wind whispering my name. I felt a gentle breeze rocking my shoulder.“Emma,” the sounds became more clear. I slowly turned around. My pulse charging at a fast pace. I felt a warm breath hovering over me."Oh my God!" I shouted, startled. It felt like I'd been running for miles, sweating and out of breath.“It’s time to go home. Sorry if I scared y...

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“Lady In Red” by Barbara Eustace

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Note, I've put Thriller, but if there was a horror or ghost category, I would have chosen that instead.It was an accepted fact that the left lift in the east wing of the Newcombe building could not be relied on. It was one of three within the east wing of a building that served many companies on the various floors, and while the right and central lifts worked as you would expect, the left seemed to have a mind of its own.Lift engineers had been to look at the problem on a number of occasions but found nothing. Quite the reverse.&n...

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“Love Stuck” by Kate Widrow

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I had packed everything into a garbage bag. I had spent the night sifting through memories.  Our memories. But now it is over. We are over. He would be here soon. He would stand there in the doorway. Handsome as ever. But now he would not embrace me. He would not kiss me. He would not tell me how much he loves me. He would just grab his stuff and leave.  I am having a hard time grasping that it is done. I still wanted him. I still needed him. But well, I guess it was not meant to be.  I wasn’t finished yet. I still have t...

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“Lights out” by Chibi Akuma

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The doors finally open after I pushed the button for the fourth time. I was looking forward to a quiet ride up to my apartment by myself. My hopes were dashed when I saw someone in the elevator already.   "What floor are you going to?" The boy asks as I step inside the elevator with him.  "Seventh floor." I reply.  "Oh! Same as me!" He said excitedly as he pushed the button. "What apartment number are you going to?"  I glance at him for a second before answering. " 742. You?" I shift my bag from my lef...

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“Trapped & Tired” by Hana Amirdash

Submitted to Contest #58

My heels spoke with every step. Thoughts bounced off the walls as I ran, reflecting back onto me. I halted in front of the cage and pounded on the small black button like a barbarian. To anyone else at any other time I would have looked insane, but this was a far from sane time. Come on...come on.. God! Just open! *Ding* Ugh finally! A small can of pepper spray in one hand, along with stacks of paper in the other. My heart was hammering out of my chest. I stuck my left foot through the door, almost tripping on my other. Then I heard distant ...

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“Elevator Ups and Downs” by Matthew Salzer

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“13, please”, I answered. The older man gave a nod, and pressed the unlit floor number. He slowly turned his back to me. Ah, elevator silence; a cherished ritual. I looked down at my toes. Beige flats; pretty boring, but comfortable and versatile. It’s New York, a girl has to budget. Floor 7...The elevator stopped, and three women walked in, aged twenty-something to thirty-something. “Can you believe Brad looked at me that way!” “Oh my God, he’s so into you! He is!”, one of them said, giddily, but unconvincing. “Well I can’t be sure, b...

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“STUCK IN A LIFT WITH MY ENEMY *GONE WRONG* (WE ALMOST DIED) ” by Millie Spence

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The sun was shining through the gap in the curtains. Jamie had woken first and took those rare moments to gaze at the beauty that he gets to call his boyfriend. He loved getting to spend his mornings counting his many freckles, or listening to his sleepy mutters, or simply just appreciating the way that the sun shining on his face makes him seem almost angelic. A few minutes went by when he heard the other side of the bed creak, signalling that his lover had finally awoken. “Good morning, sleeping beauty.” Jamie teased, brushing away a few ...

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“Elevator Talks” by Emilia Stokes

Submitted to Contest #58

The rain beats heavily against the sidewalk, drowning out all sound.  Figures move throughout the campus. Most are blurs, viciously disrupting the descent of the rain. Others are passive, moving at a steady pace feeling the hard pitter-patter on their shoulders.  Someone moves swiftly across the courtyard, their umbrella blocking the furious path of the droplets. Their ankle rain boots disturb the heavy puddles, ripples resonate where determined footprints leave.  Grey eyes hungrily check the wristwatch strapped to their...

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