Mystery

Privateeyeism
Listen to the audio version on Spotify (starts at 1:01): (Available on all major platforms—full list) *** On my third cigar of the morning, the job came in. This city moved in strange ways.
By Stephen A. Roddewig2 years ago in Fiction
Chaos on The Tobin
Boston, MA | Tobin Bridge Swaying in the wind, while balancing the balls of his feet on the icy railing, sirens and horns screamed in a symphony behind him. His right hand was frozen to an adjacent rail while he reached out with his left, spreading his fingers as wide as they could stretch. His eyes were glued shut while he was mumbled under his breath, repeating the same mantra over and over. This wasn’t a form of prayer, this was closer to a summoning, or a sacrificial offering. Tattooed in the center of this left palm, was a lily sprouting from three flames.
By Kale Sinclair2 years ago in Fiction
Eclipsia Coven
"Et umbrae amicis et amicorum suorum unitas." With the ancient words hanging in the air like a shimmering mist, thirteen figures stood in a moonlit grove, forming a perfect circle. The incantation on their lips held a power that transcended the ordinary, a power that bound them together as the "Eclipsia Coven."
By Haris Hadzic2 years ago in Fiction
Whispers of Discovery:a Hidden World
A New Beginning - The Start In the serene town of Willowbrook, the first light of dawn gently kissed the landscape, casting a warm, golden glow over the rolling hills and the meandering river. It was a morning just like any other, but for Amelia Collins, it held the promise of something special.
By xszone2 years ago in Fiction
Pizza Pizzazz: When Laughter Topped the Rivalry
Once upon a time in the small town of Pizzaville, a friendly rivalry between neighboring pizzerias had turned into a comical feud. On one side of the bustling town square, you had Luigi's Pizzeria, run by the passionate Luigi, famous for his crispy thin-crust pizza. On the other side was Tony's Pizza Palace, where the jovial Tony served up deep-dish masterpieces. The townsfolk adored both pizzerias, but the competition had grown out of hand.
By Fangtingting2 years ago in Fiction
Kalamaalienation
“Suit up my alien friends. We will take over the most powerful nation. We just need to control one part of their government. Our disguise, as humans, will certainly fool them. We just need to be elected and we will fool them by letting them think we are going to fight for what they want .” The leader of the Alien announces to his subordinates.
By Mariann Carroll2 years ago in Fiction
The Ghost
His outfit was the best. It was just a ghost costume, just like mine. No one wanted to really go out this year, but I had an idea about what I wanted to be and I could not shake it this time.
By Kendall Defoe 2 years ago in Fiction
World in Tatters Ch. 7
The walk back into the tent city was tense to say the least. I didn’t want Alice in the city with me. I needed her to be safe. She’s been through too much in the last few years, I don’t think I could forgive myself if my nosing around endangered the life she seems to have built here with Bertrand, such as it is. Or worse, dragged her into this mess that I find myself in now. She’s too important to me. But the decision had been made for me, and once Alice made up her mind, there was no changing it.
By Kevin Barkman2 years ago in Fiction
The Lost Connection
On a crisp, autumn evening in the bustling city of Newbrook, Sarah, a young woman in her early twenties, found herself sitting on a park bench, engrossed in the glow of her mobile phone. She had always been a bit of a tech enthusiast and had an uncanny ability to fix any device that came her way. Her friends often referred to her as the "Gadget Guru."
By Blogonus2 years ago in Fiction
Explore the Mysteries of What Happens After Death
The subject of what happens after death is a subject of great debate, often influenced by religious, philosophical and cultural beliefs. There is no definitive scientific evidence to explain what happens after death. Here are five topics from different perspectives:
By Sarang Panhwar2 years ago in Fiction
Unlocking the Code on Black Hole Mysteries: Revealing the Secrets of a Lost Satellite
On February 17th of this year, the Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency launched a rocket carrying a satellite called Hitomi, which was dubbed an astronomical observatory in space. Hitomi had the remarkable capability to capture X-rays that had previously escaped detection on Earth. These elusive X-rays were not only set to allow researchers to peer into the enigmatic world of black holes, but also promised to provide valuable information about the formation of galaxy clusters. However, just a month later, this $273 million satellite tumbled out of control due to a combination of human and software errors. But before its untimely demise, it managed to send back one last image, shedding light on the mysteries of the universe.
By Johnson Bennis2 years ago in Fiction
The Mushrooming Mystery
Introduction In recent years, a growing body of research has shed light on a fascinating and perplexing connection between fungal infections and Alzheimer's disease. Alzheimer's disease, a progressive neurodegenerative disorder, is the leading cause of dementia worldwide, affecting millions of individuals and their families. Meanwhile, fungal infections, often considered minor health concerns, have emerged as potential contributors to Alzheimer's pathology. This surprising correlation between two seemingly unrelated conditions has given rise to a mushrooming mystery in the field of neuroscience and microbiology.
By Julius Mumbinu Mannah2 years ago in Fiction