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Warrior Life
Once, in a distant land known as Valeria, nestled between imposing mountains and lush forests, lived a people whose way of life revolved around honor, valor, and the art of combat. They were the Valerians, a warrior culture with a deep connection to the land they called home. In Valeria, every child was raised with a sword in hand, taught the principles of discipline and respect, and instilled with an unyielding commitment to protect their homeland. The path of a warrior was the most revered and cherished journey one could embark upon.
By claudiu vieriu3 years ago in Fiction
Shadows of Sacrifice
Roderick Foley’s cries wouldn’t stop the soldiers from seizing the life-saving medicine. None of the citizens’ protests would. He could only pray his wife’s medicine would remain. Crate by crate, the apothecaries emptied. It was the fifth one Roderick had seen stripped of its supplies. Chain mailed bodies packed Lochton’s narrow streets. No matter where he looked, they were there. “Back with you, back!” They were the only words the soldiers knew. Anything else, they spoke with their fists.
By Scott Wasilewski (SW Author)3 years ago in Fiction
Kisses
He I loved her. From the very first day, when she walked into the classroom, I loved her. Throughout the whole 12 years that we attended school together, I loved her. I never told her, of course. I was far too shy for that. And she never really paid much attention to me. I was just one of the guys.
By Gail Wylie3 years ago in Fiction
The true price of intelligence
Elyis resided in Willowbrook, a peaceful community surrounded by undulating hills and a tranquil river. It was clear from an early age that Elyis was exceptionally bright. His mind was a never-ending quest for knowledge, and his eyes shone with inquisitiveness. The exceptional intelligence of Elyis caught the attention of his parents Betty and Joe. At age three they provided him with astronomy books and fostered his natural curiosity. When he was five years old, Elyis began solving difficult mathematical equations for enjoyment. Elyis intellect grew stronger as the years went by. He readily performed well at school, keeping up with his contemporaries in his thirst for knowledge. His teachers complimented him, and his proud parents glowed with joy, thinking their son was destined for greatness.
By Grace Adeoye3 years ago in Fiction
The Ringer
The Ringer… She really was one, y’know? The meaning of that word has changed a lot, but nothing else has. Just glad that I can talk to you about this and that you wanna know what the big deal was all about. I’m just glad that someone is going to remember one of my best friends.
By Kendall Defoe 3 years ago in Fiction
Reign of Fire
"I can smell the fire coming," Captain Jake said, even before the alarms went off at the station. A minute later, the alarms blared. He was a seasoned fireman with years of experience and always knew when a fire was coming. Jake was a real hero, not like the fake comic book hero’s you see in the movies or television. Jake actually saves lives for a living.
By Alex H Mittelman 3 years ago in Fiction
LOVE IN THE SHADOWS OF THE PYRAMID: EGYPTIAN LOVE AFFAIR, A MODEL OF CLEOPATRA. (EPISODE 1)
Cairo, with its bustling streets and the intoxicating scent of spices in the air, was a city of contrasts. It was a place where the modern world collided with ancient history, and nowhere was this more evident than in the shadow of the Great Pyramids of Giza. Layla, an archaeologist with a passion for unraveling the secrets of the past, had spent most of her life in this captivating city. Her pursuit of knowledge had led her to the very heart of Egypt's history, and she was about to make a discovery that would forever change the course of her life.
By A. A. Armstrong3 years ago in Fiction
