Mystery

The bad luck of Shakespeare's Macbeth
Shakespeare's play Macbeth is considered cursed, so actors will not say the title in the theatre before a performance. Instead, you will hear them refer to it simply as "The Scottish play".
By Novel Allen3 years ago in Fiction
Slow Slow Stop. Top Story - May 2023.
The computer was getting slower He wasn't sure whether it was the broadband connection or the innards of the device. He needed this to work correctly to get the application finished or he wouldn't get paid. If he didn't get paid he could not eat or pay his rent. The computer had ground to a complete halt. He couldn't afford to buy a new one, he needed to fix it. Reluctantly he took the side of the computer and he saw the problem. The hamster had died!!
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 3 years ago in Fiction
Eternal Reflections
Amelia had always felt a deep sense of connection to the universe. She often marveled at the stars above, wondering if they were somehow watching over her. As she grew older, she learned about the interconnectedness of all things, how every particle in the universe was linked in some way. And yet, as much as she understood it, she could never truly know for sure if her existence was part of the cosmic dance. But that uncertainty only made her appreciate the moments of wonder and awe even more. For within the hidden deep, the depth knew her, and that was enough.
By Adam Z3 years ago in Fiction
MY WIFE AND MY MISTRESS
Kate had always thought that she had a perfect life with her husband, Rich. They had been married for five years and had a beautiful home in the suburbs. She thought they had a solid marriage until she discovered his dark secret double life.
By Shantall Addison3 years ago in Fiction
Treasures hidden deep within
”Hey, did you see the coffee pot.” Looking at my boyfriend over the 20 boxes in the kitchen. He was knee deep in boxes in the living room. We just moved in together and I was excited to move into a bigger apartment.
By Leslie Strom3 years ago in Fiction
Ekato
In the sleepy town of Ekato, time agonizingly crawled. Every day, the sun rose, and the villagers silently waited for a traveller. At midnight, an ominous bell rang. Another day of silence in Ekato.
By Lucas Diercouff3 years ago in Fiction
Burden Of Justice
As soon as Emma stepped into her apartment, she knew something was wrong. She could feel the tension in the air, a heavy cloud that seemed to hang over everything. Her boyfriend, James, was sitting on the couch, staring blankly at the television. When he heard her come in, he didn't even turn to look at her.
By Adan3 years ago in Fiction
THE LOST CITY OF GOLD
As a young archaeologist, Emma had always been fascinated by ancient civilizations and the mysteries they held. So, when she heard rumors of a lost city of gold hidden deep in the Amazon rainforest, she couldn't resist the opportunity to explore.
By Ebad Paras Afzal3 years ago in Fiction
Chop Chop
I was running from my ex girlfriend. She was chasing me through the restaurant. “Come on Eddie, you always wanted to know what our secret ingredient was. Now that you dumped me, I really want to show you,” she said, smiled and lunged at me with the knife. She missed. She threw it at me and hit my neck. “I’m sorry, honey, we just weren’t getting along,” I said before falling to the ground. “Chop chop,” was the last thing she said to me before I passed out. She then cut me up and served me as a side dish!
By Alex H Mittelman 3 years ago in Fiction
The Wyvern
The summer afternoon was abound with excitement. Why can’t I be out there? Thought The Wyvern looking out the window. He was befogged from all of the fire breathing lessons. The Wyverns flew around, playing tag, and laughing. The Wyvern didn’t understood why he was stuck in class, he was a bilingual, and consanguineous with the head master. Was it because I burnt down the nest? He thought to himself. Or that I ate my sister’s toy? Or when I accidentally peed on the Moon-bow shrine? Or that I’m obdurate? Or that I’’m greater than every one else?… Probably that!…
By Deasun T. Smyth3 years ago in Fiction
New Horizons Found
As the last of the humans boarded the evacuation shuttle, they watched in horror as their planet was completely consumed by a black hole. But as they emerged in a new system, they discovered they were not alone! A curious alien race approached, eager to learn about the newcomers. And so, in the face of destruction, new vital friendships were formed and the humans found a new home among the stars.
By Matthew Bolton3 years ago in Fiction
Demon Slayer: A Journey of Blood, Honor, and Redemption
Demon Slayer, also known as Kimetsu no Yaiba, is a popular manga and anime series that has taken the world by storm. The story follows Tanjiro Kamado, a young boy who becomes a demon slayer after his family is brutally murdered by demons. With the help of his friends, Tanjiro embarks on a dangerous journey to seek revenge and save his sister from the same fate.
By Sangram Barik3 years ago in Fiction