Mystery
Tonight, the first star I see
Tonight, the first star I see Dr. Tomas Streyer surveyed his group of engineers and scientists in the control room. Despite his excitement and fear, he attempted to appear composed. They may begin learning something incredible in a matter of minutes: the origins of the universe.
By Abdul Qayyum3 years ago in Fiction
The Final Mission
The halo above Lylar Sector shattered, signaling its loss of protection. He watched as the sector's shield faded and the halo began its descent. He knew he was still too far away; nonetheless, he also knew he had no other choice but to try anyway. His Spectrane was beginning to diminish, inviting fear in for the first time. He had never before left the Prism. He had never needed to, until now. Without Spectrane, he was powerless. Without it, he was a Souling, essentially.
By A_Skeleton_Speaks3 years ago in Fiction
Twisted Tale: Hansel & Gretel. Top Story - April 2024. Content Warning.
“Go! Go into the woods and never come back! The Queen would have you killed by someone else, even if I don’t do it!” The Huntsman’s words kept ringing in Snow White’s ears as she ran haphazardly through the woods. Where would she go? Where would she hide? How would she survive? All those thoughts ceased when she spotted a cottage. Relief washed over her. There was something very peculiar about this cottage, though. It was very colourful. As she got closer, she gasped. The cottage was made out of cakes and chocolates! She wanted to break off a piece of the window pane to see if the chocolate was real but decided against it. Instead, she knocked on the door. “Hello, is anyone home? I was wondering, are these real? Would it be okay for me to eat some?” The door slowly swung open to reveal a girl around the age of twelve. “Would you like to eat with us?” “Oh, that sounds absolutely delightful! I hope I’m not imposing. My name is Snow White. What’s yours?” “I’m Gretel and –”, she opened the door wider to reveal a boy, “– that’s my brother, Hansel. Only both of us live here.” “Oh my, you poor little things! Would it be okay if I stayed here and took care of you both? I can clean, I can cook –” Hansel interrupted her, “You don’t have to cook.” He pointed at the kitchen door. “You can go anywhere in this cottage except the kitchen. If you agree to that, you can stay with us.” Snow White found that weird but agreed as she was grateful to have a place to stay.
By Dharrsheena Raja Segarran3 years ago in Fiction
The Glass Menagerie
In the heart of a forgotten neighborhood, nestled between towering skyscrapers and bustling thoroughfares, lies a hidden gem—a modest studio adorned with colorful glass baubles and delicate trinkets. Here, amidst the scent of molten glass and the soft hum of the furnace, resides a figure shrouded in mystery, known only as the Keeper.
By M.Kamran Shaukat3 years ago in Fiction
The Last Librarian
Ringworld's massive star cast a dull crimson glow through the smoggy haze, enveloping Nara's rundown neighborhood in a sickly twilight. She activated her outdated corneal implants, scanning the decaying facades of the buildings for the tenth time that week. Her eyes lingered on a worn holographic ad for Off-World Resorts—Former Earth Escapes!—its once vibrant promises now faded.
By Vishrut Gupta3 years ago in Fiction
