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Abyssopelagic. Top Story - August 2024.
“HELPPPP!! SOMEBODY, PLEASE HELP!! SHE FELL INTO THE WATER!! SHE DOESN’T KNOW HOW TO SWIM!! PLEASE HELPPPP!!!” ~~~~~ “Ugh, there you are! I’ve been looking all over for you!” Nova turned away from the water and towards the sound of her sister’s voice. “Um, you do know we’re not allowed out here, right?” Viverra gestured vaguely, “What’s it called again, the bow? Arrow? Whatever. Where’s the security? You shouldn’t be here. It’s not safe.” “The bow”, Nova answered insightfully, “And I’m sorry Vivi, I should have informed you before I came here, but I didn’t want to wake you up.” Viverra’s hands flew up in frustration, and her brows furrowed in annoyance “Ever heard of leaving a note? Or a text? Jeez! You even left your phone in the cabin!” “I’m sorry V, I’ve just got a lot on my mind.” “C'monnnn”, Viverra tugged impatiently at Nova’s wrist, “I didn’t bring you on this cruise for you to mope around here too!” “Wait, where are we going?” “I’m starving and the buffet ends in an hour. Let’s gooo! I want you to eat too. Aren’t you hungry?” Right on cue, Nova’s hunger sprang to life, like a cat hearing a can of food being opened. “Alright, alright, I’ll come with you but strictly no drinks. I wouldn’t be able to think straight if I had any”, asserted Nova. “Here we go again with the thinking! You refused to tell me what’s been bothering you, so I brought you here to help you clear your head, but obviously it’s not working. I feel like I failed you as a sister!” Tears traced paths down Viverra’s cheeks. “Y'know, the sea is salty enough without your tears going overboard to join them.” Laughter bubbled up, mingling with Viverra’s tears, “See?! This is what I mean! You make me laugh when I’m crying, but I’m never able to help you in any way!” “Look around, we’re on a cruise right now because of you! Believe me when I say that you’ve helped me more than you know.” “So, you’re still not going to tell me what’s going on?”
By Dharrsheena Raja Segarran2 years ago in Fiction
VibrationMan. Top Story - August 2024.
Little four-pound Johnny Vitelli was born nine weeks premature. His mom called him her little runt. But she didn’t realize that Johnny was blind and with weak legs. He was brought into a world of pain and darkness.
By Rick Henry Christopher 2 years ago in Fiction
Haikuplet Winners!. Top Story - August 2024.
Before we get to the winners, I want to give a HUGE shout out to everyone who participated in this unofficial challenge. I had 25 entries to read, and all were wonderful! Think of all the community involvement with 25 different Haikuplets! Thanks to all of you, I thought this challenge was a smashing success.
By Kenny Penn2 years ago in Poets
I'm Only Human. Top Story - August 2024. Content Warning.
“Sister,” wheezed the faceless boy. Between the mass of gauze swathing his head and the moans of boys lying in rows throughout the tent, I almost didn’t hear him. I crouched next to his cot and took his hand.
By Joyce Sherry2 years ago in Fiction
Tiburón. First Place in Overboard Challenge. Top Story - August 2024.
The swells are full and frequent this morning, rocking us from side-to-side – not like cooing babies in a cradle, but more like prey waiting to be swallowed by the unforgiving and the unseen. Saltwater sprays and stings my dehydrated, cracked lips and glues my too-long hair to my cheek when the waves crash against the boat. The water is crisp, but not teeth-chattering cold and is a welcome contrast to the intense sun rays striking my wetsuit covered body. I’m starting to get a little too warm and I’m realizing I should have left the top half off, but it felt like too much effort at the time. I look away from the vast, cerulean waters to see my dive buddy, Torres, stumble towards me with his tall, lumbering frame and bouncing, already-tied-back curls.
By Tattoos & Tarot2 years ago in Fiction
