Tumiso Rapelego
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Stories (8/0)
4 Eyes, 1 Person; Still Can't See
Anya held the paintbrush, trembling. Not from fear, but from the unfamiliar weight in her hand. Her world, since the accident, had been a tapestry of textures and sounds, devoid of light and color. Today, her art teacher, Ms. Li, had placed the brush in her hand, its bristles whispering against her fingers, a foreign language against her skin.
By Tumiso Rapelego4 months ago in Fiction
How better could life be?
The whirring of metal wings overhead was the lullaby Maya knew best. Nestled in her moss-woven pod, she gazed at the shimmering bioluminescent ceiling, its glow mimicking the forgotten stars. Life aboard Ark Alpha, humanity's last refuge, was sterile, predictable, yet surprisingly peaceful. But a nagging dissatisfaction gnawed at her.
By Tumiso Rapelego4 months ago in Fiction
The Faded
The flickering streetlight cast an amber glow on Mildred's face, etching deep lines into her leathery skin. Her gaze remained fixed on the abandoned amusement park across the street, its Ferris wheel a rusting silhouette against the twilight sky. The calliope music, once a vibrant melody, was now a haunting echo in her memories.
By Tumiso Rapelego4 months ago in Fiction
A Broken Heart Bleeding Tears;(3)
One afternoon, while browsing the travel section, a travelogue depicting the sun-drenched landscapes of Greece caught her eye. The vibrant colors, a stark contrast to the city's muted tones, sparked a long-dormant desire for adventure. A crazy idea, fueled by a newfound courage, took root. Why not escape, immerse herself in a new culture, let the Aegean winds wash away the remnants of her pain?
By Tumiso Rapelego4 months ago in Fiction
A Broken Heart Bleeding Tears;
The cityscape mirrored Eliza's shattered heart, each glittering reflection mimicking the storm raging within. Rain lashed against the windowpane, its rhythmic drumming echoing the frantic beat of her emotions. Hunched on the windowsill, the warmth she once shared with Liam had vanished, replaced by a chilling emptiness that clawed at her soul. His whispered confession, the sting of betrayal, had ripped apart their carefully constructed dreams, leaving behind a gaping wound that threatened to consume her.
By Tumiso Rapelego4 months ago in Fiction
A Broken Heart Bleeding Tears;
The journey wouldn't be a gentle stroll through a sun-dappled meadow. The path ahead, shrouded in mist, held unknown challenges that could easily trip her up. Yet, like the storm-battered willow bending outside her window, Eliza wouldn't break. The storm might rage, but within her, a quiet strength, a resilience forged in the fires of heartbreak, stirred.
By Tumiso Rapelego4 months ago in Fiction
Remember Me What Is;
Elara woke to the whisper of leaves, the rustle a language known only to the ancient elms clinging to the cliffs edge. The salty breath of the ocean snaked through the window, carrying the tang of kelp and a distant cry of gulls. Below, the sea pulsed emerald in the sunrise, a mosaic of light and foam against the jagged teeth of the rocks. She was home.
By Tumiso Rapelego4 months ago in Fiction
The Weaver of Sunbeams
In the midst of the clamoring heart of Marrakech, where daylight kissed earthenware housetops and flavors painted the air in dynamic tones, carried on with a young lady named Zahra. Dissimilar to other people who pursued the city's frantic energy, Zahra had an inquisitive tranquility, her eyes mirroring the glow of the desert sun she loved.
By Tumiso Rapelego5 months ago in Fiction