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World in Tatters Ch. 27
Rachel and I make it out again without incident. As we pass through the gate of the posh neighborhood, I briefly lock eyes with the female guard who accosted me earlier today. I give her a little smirk as she rolls her eyes and turns away from me.
By Kevin Barkman3 years ago in Fiction
Urning a Living
He had a treasure box where he kept everything he'd lost. He resisted reappraising them because it was the past. Rummaging through it would be like trying to translate Homer into Tarot, neither medium in his wheelhouse. How could things from his past be translated with the language of things to come? Things in his past were written in a dead language; things in his future still hid in probability clouds, awaiting sublimation.
By Gerard DiLeo3 years ago in Fiction
Beneath the Sugar-Coated Lies: The Glucotrust Scandal
In the clamoring city of Veridium City, where high rises went after the sky and the roads droned with the heartbeat of life, another sensation was grabbing hold. Glucotrust, the most recent glucose supplement, vowed to change the wellbeing business. Promoted as a supernatural occurrence remedy for diabetes and hailed as a definitive answer for overseeing glucose levels, Glucotrust immediately turned into all the rage.
By Ranjith Kumar3 years ago in Fiction
Eternal Love: Unveiling the Secrets of a Happy Marriage
Some time ago, in a curious little town settled between moving slopes and lavish woodlands, carried on with a couple named Emily and James. They were the embodiment of a blissful marriage, their affection transmitting like a reference point of light to all who knew them. Be that as it may, their excursion to conjugal euphoria wasn't generally going great; it was loaded up with preliminaries, hardships, and, above all, insider facts.
By Ranjith Kumar3 years ago in Fiction
Daylight Saving
Tonight I'll be an hour older — on paper. Isn't this an ominous, capricious erasure of universal space-time? An hour skipped by making it non-existent? A true vacuum which, as we know, is impossible.
By Gerard DiLeo3 years ago in Fiction
A Daring Journey Beyond the Known
Throughout history, humanity has been captivated by the concept of other dimensions, hidden realms that exist beyond our own reality. Legends and folklore whisper of portals and gateways, and scientific theories explore the possibility of unseen universes. The following story explores this captivating concept, weaving a tale of bravery, resilience, and the fight to preserve the balance between worlds.
By TEK TRIK3 years ago in Fiction
A Dying Earth: A Familiar Yet Urgent Threat
The year is 2077. A grim reality settles upon Earth – a consequence of generations of environmental neglect. Polluted air hangs heavy, poisoned water renders landscapes barren, and humanity teeters on the brink of extinction. This narrative echoes the concerns of environmental disasters throughout history, such as the Dust Bowl of the 1930s and the ongoing climate crisis. The story of Kepler-186f serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of inaction and the potential for renewal.
By TEK TRIK3 years ago in Fiction
Pain-God
After my appendectomy, I asked the anesthetist about how my depth of anesthesia was monitored. "We monitor processed EEG waves, frontal lobe activity that quasi-linearizes balances between GABA and an index value that documents your sedation. Above a certain number, it assures deep-enough sedation."
By Gerard DiLeo3 years ago in Fiction
Behind Enemy Lines: The Challenge of a Terrorist Escape Mission
Understanding the Enemy's Tactics: It is crucial to analyze the patterns of the enemy's movements and behaviors. I must study their communication methods and channels to anticipate their next moves. By understanding the enemy's tactics, I can develop a plan to outsmart and evade them. Surveillance of their stronghold and activity can provide valuable insights for our escape strategy. Knowing the strategies they employ will help in devising countermeasures to avoid detection.
By TEK TRIK3 years ago in Fiction
The Eagle in Darkness
The evening winter sun shone dimly through the vastness of the Coetirian forests. A wide but winding road, flanked by the numerous thick trees and underbrush made up the terrain on either side of the marching column.
By Tomos Jackson3 years ago in Fiction
Exploring the Power of Fiction in Modern Society
In today's fast-paced world, fiction plays a crucial role in shaping our understanding of society, ourselves, and the world around us. From books and films to television series and video games, fiction has the power to entertain, inspire, and provoke thought. In this article, we will delve deep into the various ways in which fiction influences modern society and why it remains such a powerful and relevant medium.
By BLESSING COOL 3 years ago in Fiction
UNDER'touchable
I've had it. So I sit at my ol' UNDERWOOD, rapping my fingers: QWERTYUIOP. This salutation to the keyboard begins our correspondence. The [SHIFT] key is a heavy hoist, so I leave the caps on.
By Gerard DiLeo3 years ago in Fiction