Mystery
Black Heart
Dad, I'd like to talk to you when you have some free time," she addressed her father as he sat in his home library. Jamal raised his head, adjusting his glasses, and welcomed her in. She entered and inquired about his well-being. "I'm doing well," he replied. "Do you want to discuss something?" he prompted. She responded with a yes, and he encouraged her to continue. Zabel began sharing the story of Hydr and how they had met, relaying all the details. Jamal remained silent for a moment, allowing her to finish before he spoke. "Call him this Saturday," he instructed. "I want to meet him and his family." He stood up and left the room. She felt a bit restless that her father hadn't said much, nor asked any questions. She sat there for a while, then called Hydr, relaying her father's message and asking him to be there on time. After ending the call, she joined the family at the dining table, where teasing eyes met her gaze. Ignoring the taunts, she began eating, knowing that this day had been inevitable. Eventually, everyone else left the table, leaving only her mother and sister. Her mother disclosed that her father had informed her of their earlier conversation. She added a condition: if her father didn't approve of the proposal, Zabel would have to forget about it. Zabel's face saddened as she agreed with a quiet "yes." Her mother retired to her room, but her sister remained. She offered reassurance, promising to help Zabel gain their father's approval. She even mentioned that Zabel should tell Hydr that she'd have Ferrero Rocher chocolates. With a laugh, she left the table. The eagerly awaited Saturday arrived in the blink of an eye. The family busied themselves preparing for the occasion. When the doorbell rang, it was Hydr with his parents and younger sister. They were warmly welcomed and offered drinks. Jamal, using his banker's eye, observed him from head to toe, finding him well-mannered. His family, although more modest and conservative than Jamal's, didn't define their worth. The conversation flowed, with Hydr discussing his civil engineering degree and the high-tech project he was working on. Jamal questioned him thoroughly and found him simple yet self-made, developing a sense of liking. As they all sat down to eat, the table was adorned with traditional Turkish dishes that Jamal had specifically requested. Once the meal was done, the favorite Turkish dessert, Kunafa, was served. As the meeting concluded, Hydr's father invited Jamal's family to their house. A handshake sealed the agreement. Back home, family members gathered to discuss the prospective groom. Zabel's sister-in-law voiced concerns about their class, believing Zabel deserved better. Jamal intervened, announcing that they were visiting the following Friday to determine the engagement date. Zabel smiled at her father's approval, while her mother hesitated. Jamal asserted that he found the boy well-mannered and hardworking. On the upcoming Friday, the family set off for Hydr's house. Upon arrival, they were warmly welcomed into the well-organized and decorated home. After a delicious meal prepared by Hydr's mother, they moved to the drawing room. Jamal initiated the conversation, expressing his trust in his daughter's sensible choices. He sought to make the relationship official if they agreed. Hydr's father responded positively, and they decided on an engagement date two weeks later. The exchange of sweets and congratulations followed, sealing the agreement."
By Madiha Masood2 years ago in Chapters
"Elegant Whispers"
Chapter 1: Haunting start In the quiet town of Ravenswood, nestled among misty hills and ancient forests, strange events have alarmed its inhabitants. Claire Thompson, a skeptical journalist, arrives to investigate rumors of paranormal activity that have plagued the city for decades. She is determined to prove that there is a logical explanation behind the strange whispers and ghost sightings.
By umamanidrah2 years ago in Chapters
Detective Andy Cooper, undercover Secret agent
Prompt You are invited to guess the identity of the guilty party at the end of the episode. The answer will be revealed in the following episode. If you choose, write a short story of your own naming yourself "Detective (insert name) Whodunnit" to solve the case yourself, explain your pick of villain for the ending of this episode. Post it here. Good luck! Winner will get a 😘.
By Novel Allen3 years ago in Chapters
Unveiling the Dark Side of Dreams
In the realm of human consciousness, dreams have long captivated and confounded, offering a window into the deepest corners of our minds. While often associated with fantastical landscapes and whimsical narratives, beneath the surface lies a complex tapestry of emotions, memories, and fears that comprise the enigmatic world of dreams. In this cover story, we embark on a journey to unveil the dark side of dreams, delving into the uncharted territories of the subconscious and shedding light on the unsettling truths that lurk within.
By Saseen mohamed3 years ago in Chapters
BUT DO YOU WANT THE TRUTH?
The Wachowskis' science fiction movie The Matrix is perhaps one of the most influential films ever produced. Thomas Anderson, a computer programmer who goes by the alias "Neo," a hacker, learns the truth about his world when he learns that "The Matrix" actually exists. After searching for a man named Morpheus who can inform him more about the Matrix, he runs into another hacker named Trinity. Trinity brings Neo to Morpheus after a failed effort that resulted in Agent Smith's capture and bugging of him. The Matrix is obliquely described by Morpheus as this all-encompassing prison, as well as Neo's world, which has been pulled over his eyes to prevent him from seeing the truth. As he says, "You have to see it for yourself," no one can be told what the Matrix is. So, Neo is given the option between two pills: a blue pill and a red pill. He stays in his regular life and believes whatsoever he wants to believe if he takes the blue pill. "All I'm offering is the truth," says Morpheus. "If he selects the red pill, he will enter the matrix and discover what the matrix really is." Neo swallows the red pill and falls into the rabbit hole as a result. The Matrix is regarded as a philosophical movie that explores various traditional philosophical and religious issues, including prophecy, love, reality, karma, the concept of reality, and simulation-based existence. However, the Matrix and Plato's Allegory of the Cave appear to have a powerful affinity for one another. In this allegory from Plato's Republic, Socrates talks about a group of people who have lived their entire lives chained to a wall within a cave. The bare shadows displayed on the wall in front of them are the only reality they know, and they take them to be actual people. Then one of the inmates is set free. He emerges from the cave and encounters the outside world. However, he encounters opposition when he goes back to the cave to inform the other inmates of the truth. This video explores the topic, "Do we, as human beings, really want the truth?" by analyzing The Matrix movie through the prism of Plato's Allegory of the Cave.
By Ian Sankan3 years ago in Chapters
