'I don't feel like going to school today. Shall we go for a movie instead', proposed Rohan? 'I don't know, what if Ma or Papa get to know about it, and what will we tell at school the next day,' Shailesh expressed his concern? Rohan, thin and much taller for someone in 12th standard, were … Continue reading Bunking School– A Short Story (Solicit feedback – will be deleted after 2 days)
War & Peace
War and Peace Image Credit - asim alnamat on Pexels.com The ear-piercing sound of the aircraft flying too low forced many to people close their ears. The unlimited sorties refused to halt. ‘Are we at war,’ shouted a man looking up at yet another plane circling above his head. Others looked at him as if … Continue reading War & Peace
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The Lost Ball
The Lost Ball Image Credit - Taryn Elliott on Pexels.com The eyes followed the ball as it ran ahead after his light kick. The squeaky shoes ran towards it again; to kick once more. The ball hangs in the air for a moment before falling back on the ground, bringing a massive smile on his … Continue reading The Lost Ball
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Springsteen Vs Denver
Country Roads, Take Me Home! Image Credit - Pixabay on Pexels.com The 40-kilometre ride involved 30 kilometres of forest road. The narrow asphalt filled path was flanked by gigantic trees, unwilling to allow any sun even on the road. The freeway however suddenly turned popular with people who wished to learn to drive. Too many cars … Continue reading Springsteen Vs Denver
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10 Dollars
Image Credit - Natasha Chebanoo on Pexels.com With bulging pockets and a fat purse, his feet tapped the floor with musical rhythm. Everything seemed cheap and affordable. The eyes reluctant to even glance at the expensive store in the mall were now searching for it. The sprightly feet excited to reach there quickly. The gates … Continue reading 10 Dollars
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Celibacy
Image credit - Jeswin Thomas on Pexels.com The palms fidgeted, hands trembled, and mind went wild over this heart wrenching oath. Which sensible person has the audacity to keep his fingers away from the smooth velvety touch of a such an expensive glass; from peering inside it as it exposes the whole world. Distancing oneself … Continue reading Celibacy
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Devlok – Abode of the Gods – A Short Story – Do Check Out
Short Story - Devlok Guest House The house is deserted now, Savitri has passed away and his two sons no longer stay with him. Dinaram lives alone in the twilight of his life, managing a dilapidating guesthouse abandoned even by the tourists now. Porters now stay here in return for food and smoke. Bidi is … Continue reading Devlok – Abode of the Gods – A Short Story – Do Check Out
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Time – Quote
And when you feel 'Life' is perfect, the 'TIME' strikes again! Image Credit - Moose Photos on Pexels.com
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Old
Image Credit - Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com There were 20 tiles, all white except the one with a little crack visible only when looked at carefully; it was different, maybe replaced after the previous one split. The thin line ran haphazardly from left to right, ending just before the edge where the white cement … Continue reading Old
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The Needle
Image Credit - Karolina Grabowska on Pexels.com The Needle Hospital scent overwhelmed his nostrils as he waited for his turn. A scratch from a rusted surface forced the blood dripping out of his forearms, leading to this unpleasant visit. After enduring a 15 minutes wait, he was called inside. Even though on the verge of … Continue reading The Needle
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The Bounty Hunter
Image Credit - icon0.com on Pexels.com The last turn took him to the lonely trail flanked with large trees competing to tower over each other. He walked cautiously in the dark; the torchlight flickering with every step forward. A gust of cold breeze suddenly blew away his hat, orphaning the bald pate to negotiate the … Continue reading The Bounty Hunter
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Delayed Train
Image Credit - Pixabay on Pexels.com Eyes droop, while shoulders slide down mimicking every passing second. Three people left the seat next to him as they waited for their train, his head resting on their shoulders even after being pushed away after every 30 seconds. Irritated, they finally decided to let go. The short man, … Continue reading Delayed Train
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The Interview
Image Credit - Andrea Piacquadio on Pexels.com He was wheezing uncomfortably on his chair, and looked from under the specs, tilting his head slightly to find out who was at the door. The small room tastefully decorated, had three rows of books on the two sides, glass on the third and a door and a … Continue reading The Interview
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Memories
Image Credit - cheptu00e9 cormani on Pexels.com 'We used to ride our bicycles here when this was just a dirt road.' Her eyes blankly stared at the road as she spoke, visualizing her younger self on a cycle with her classmates as they go to school. 'The guava tree on the left, oh, it's also … Continue reading Memories
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Survival
Image Credit - Gelgas Airlangga on Pexels.com The little plant stood meekly shaded by the giant tree. The thick foliage of the huge tree prevented the little one from getting any sunlight absorbing most of it, there was no way he could fight, trying to manage with whatever it could get during the strong breeze, … Continue reading Survival
