Microfiction

Temporary Wife
Raj had lived a structured, predictable life. His career in finance was flourishing, his family was proud of him, and everything seemed to be falling into place. But there was one recurring demand that disrupted his otherwise serene routine: his mother’s insistence that he get married. She wanted him to find a partner, someone who would bring warmth into his life and help him carry forward the family legacy. Raj, however, had always been wary of love. It wasn’t that he didn’t believe in it; he just wasn’t ready to commit to something as binding as marriage.
By zulfi buxabout a year ago in Fiction
Married To A Criminal
When Aisha met Rehan, she never could have imagined the secrets that lurked behind his charm. They met at a friend’s wedding, a chance encounter that left her captivated by his laughter, his wit, and the spark in his dark eyes. He was magnetic, and she felt drawn to him like a moth to a flame. Their whirlwind romance was intense, the kind that could make a woman believe in love at first sight.
By zulfi buxabout a year ago in Fiction
The Bodyguard
Under a hazy sunset in Karachi, Zara stepped into her apartment, eyes lingering on the shadows that stretched across the empty living room. It had been two months since she received the chilling note slipped under her door, "We're watching you." Zara, an investigative journalist known for her daring reports on corruption, had ignored the warnings—until a rock crashed through her window last week.
By zulfi buxabout a year ago in Fiction
Love in the City of Dreams
Bombay's vibrant streets pulsed with energy, a kaleidoscope of colors and sounds that never slept. Amidst this chaos, two souls were about to collide.
By Tales by J.J.about a year ago in Fiction
Swirling vortex of Bombay monsoon
In the swirling vortex of Mumbai's monsoon season, Nicholas "Nick" D'Souza's world contracted to a single, rain-soaked street. The once-thriving financial district of Nariman Point now seemed a barren landscape, devoid of promise. Nick's coveted job offer from a prestigious investment firm had vanished, a casualty of the imploding economy.
By Tales by J.J.about a year ago in Fiction
Power of navigation
As she stepped off the train and onto the bustling streets of New York City, 25-year-old Sophia Patel felt invincible. Her freshly minted MBA from Columbia University gleamed on her resume, and a coveted job offer from a top financial firm awaited her. The world was hers for the taking.
By Tales by J.J.about a year ago in Fiction
A Mother's Gift of Life
Rukmini's days blended together in a haze of exhaustion. Weighing 90 kilograms, her 5'4" frame struggled to keep up with the demands of her 9-to-5 job and caring for her 25-year-old son, Rohan. His chronic kidney disease had progressed, and the doctor's words echoed in her mind: "Rukmini, Rohan needs a kidney transplant. And you're the best match."
By Tales by J.J.about a year ago in Fiction
The Lusty Parrot
In the heart of the Caribbean, aboard the infamous pirate ship The Lusty Parrot, Captain Barnacle Bill was well-known for his fearsome reputation. Yet, his crew knew a secret that would send shivers down the spines of their foes: the ship was not just a vessel for gold and treasure, but a haven for the queerest pirates to ever sail the seven seas.
By The Kind Quillabout a year ago in Fiction
Death's ribcage for a bassinet. Content Warning.
Mostly moss. That's what I remember when I went Through. Softer than you could believe, older than you could imagine. The trees danced me, step by step, along the secret path. I've no doubt they wanted me. Wanted her.
By L.C. Schäferabout a year ago in Fiction
How much do you love your wife?
A newlywed couple was in a car accident. The husband gets some scratches, but the wife is airlifted to an ER with multiple life-threatening injuries.
By Lana V Lynxabout a year ago in Fiction
The Fisherman . Top Story - November 2024.
He was there every evening when I arrived, his fishing pole in the water, never saying a word. I tried to talk to him a couple of times, but he only grunted in response, so I stopped trying.
By Kenneth Lawsonabout a year ago in Fiction
314 A Winter's Tale: Let It Snow Let It Snow
There it was, the cozy, small, red-roofed cottage nestled so peacefully in the fallen snow. The atmosphere was as thick as gelatin, and the stillness of the scene suggested all was well — that all residing within the cottage were happy and content. That they were fine just staying put in their little winter paradise.
By Gerard DiLeoabout a year ago in Fiction