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Chapter 3: The Third Day - Abyss of Solitude
The third day unfolded, and I awoke to an entirely surreal and chilling reality. I found myself confined within the belly of an enormous submarine—an immense, metallic leviathan that seemed to teeter on the brink of ruin. It was a stark departure from the dense forest that had been my recent refuge, and it sent tremors of disorientation through my very core.
By Faron Hetharie2 years ago in Chapters
Violent
It was a sea of red inside his head. Only anger was left to him. Nothing appeased him. Nobody could get to him. He hated it all. This way of living wasn’t for him. There was no use for men like him. No use for somebody that can break and hurt. They wanted innovators, followers, and thinkers. He was nothing but a jumble of pain, power, speed, and violence. His heart burned with a fury; a fury that came to him unbidden. He did not push it away. He liked the way it felt. The way it made his hands tingle and tighten into fists. The way his feet dance and patted on the ground. The way his body tensed up like an animal ready to pounce.
By Francisco Reyes2 years ago in Chapters
Save One Bullet
My mind was wandering and I was thinking about the upcoming evening with Rick, when one of my students barfed all over her dress and the floor, causing the child next to her to gag and vomit also. Janitor time. I had to call the office and herd the class out of the room until it was cleaned up.
By Tina D'Angelo2 years ago in Chapters
Why Write?
For as long as I can remember my fingers have itched to put words on paper. I have drawers teeming with notebooks filled with half-formed stories and characters who exist only in my imagination. Ever since the third grade when I wrote my first epic story, The Toilet Zone, about aliens who invade a house through a magical conduit in the sewers, I have wanted to be an author. I have literally spent hundreds of hours twisting words into fantasy worlds over the past four decades of my life. Four decades of clinging to a dream and what do I have to show for it? A callus on my right middle finger the size of Nebraska, a mild case of carpal tunnel syndrome, and enough disappointment to fill the ocean. In an attempt to reinvigorate my passion for writing I began entering short stories to challenges on Vocal ten months ago. A dozen stories in and I've had one like, one positive comment, eleven total reads, and earned a whopping $0.08. So now, I ask myself, why haven't I had any success yet and why do I keep chasing this dream?
By A. J. Schoenfeld2 years ago in Chapters
The Evolution of Automatic Coffee Machines: From Drip to Espresso
Coffee enthusiasts have long cherished their morning ritual of brewing the perfect cup of joe. But as technology advances, the art of coffee making has seen a revolution, particularly with the rise of automatic coffee machines. In this article, we'll explore the journey of these machines, from the humble drip brewer to the sophisticated espresso maker, with a nod to the innovation shared by cigarette making machines.
By johnwillson2 years ago in Chapters
Demons and Angels
As the battle for the soul of Sister Gwendolyn continued to rage, the All Mother looked on with concern, ire and puzzlement. Why was Lucifer so intent on disobeying her orders from the pits of Hell. Why was his demon locked in battle for a soul which she had ordained as forgiven. Yes, Gwendolyn's crime had been horrendous, but had she not atoned and done some good works for many years. Forgiveness was a luxury that only the All Mother could grant.
By Novel Allen2 years ago in Chapters
Who Are the Top Mobile App Development Companies in 2023?
In a world that increasingly relies on smartphones for daily tasks, mobile app development has become a crucial aspect of business and technology. From ordering food to managing finances, mobile apps have transformed the way we live and work.
By Mobile App Daily2 years ago in Chapters
Chapter 5 – Bullies and Doctors and Boys, Oh My!
Chapter 5 – Bullies and Doctors and Boys, Oh My! Courage is not having the strength to go on; it is going on when you don't have the strength. --Theodore Roosevelt (1858-1919), 26th President of the United States
By Heidi McCloskey2 years ago in Chapters
