Mystery

Chrome Hearts. Honorable Mention in Mismatch Challenge.
The cowboy hat draped over one eye was black leather, scuffed and worn, like it’d seen some things, but the leg peeking through the lace slit of her skirt was brand new, chrome plated titanium, fastened together with countersunk bolts. Whoever she was, she was special. Or used to be.
By Faris Lannon19 days ago in Fiction
Dear Humans: Your Phone Is Not an Oracle. AI-Generated.
⚠️ Interstellar Advisory Notice Greetings, Humans. We come in curiosity, not conquest. From a safe distance, we have observed a fascinating ritual:
By Razzi Kazmi19 days ago in Fiction
Vengeful Messenger
North Americans tend to think of mimicry as a capability unique to exotic birds of the parrot family. We even use the expression, “parroting,” to mean repeating what another person says. But many of us remain unaware that we have plenty of mimicking birds right in our own backyard–literally. A bird as ordinary to us as the crow can learn to mimic the words we use, even if they seldom need to in the wild. Crows are also very intelligent, and good at recognizing faces.
By EFHL19 days ago in Fiction
The Truth (part 1). Content Warning.
Layla wandered her way through the halls, now knowing the truth to her parent’s death. The truth to the lie that has been destroying her life. She knew now, with a simple look from a classmate that it wasn’t really an accident.
By 143Rosey20 days ago in Fiction
Somethings Not Right. Content Warning.
“So where’s the evidence…?” I ask. “Right here chief, the suspect was caught on camera leaving the store at 10:24pm, 10 minutes after the crime was committed”
By 143Rosey20 days ago in Fiction
Fumblin' About in the Dark. Content Warning.
“’Ere, Jimmy; switch the fucking light on, won’t cha?” “Ay, it’s dark in ‘ere and all, eh Harry?” “Shut your fuckin’ trap, Sammy; if I wanted the opinion of an arsehole I would’ve stuck me ‘ead between my legs.”
By Bryan Pike20 days ago in Fiction
Pernicious With A Purpose
“Olawdry, are you coming to bed yet?” Mairlz called from the bedroom. Olawdry was staring at himself in the mirror pulling down the bags underneath his red eyes. “Yes, sweetie. I’m coming.” He responded tiresome. He hit the light switch, shut the door behind him, and walked over to his side of bed where he could see the moonlight outside the window.
By Devond Devoe20 days ago in Fiction
Ok fine...
“Why are you saying that? He hates you, and she hates you worse!” “But for what right? Did I ever do anything to them? What true cause did they have for hating me and for what? Breathing? Being alive? Seriously, did I ever embarrass them publicly just to be vindictive or mean, or did I just sit there still and silent? They made it into a public court record and spectacle.”
By Verna K Gunderson20 days ago in Fiction
You Promised This Would Be the Last Question
“You promised this would be the last question.” “I did.” “Then ask it.” “I already have.” “That wasn’t a question.” “It wasn’t?”
By Sound and Spirit21 days ago in Fiction
Don’t Read It Out Loud
“Is this yours?” “No.” “It was on the printer.” “I didn’t print anything.” “It doesn’t have a header.” “Let me see.” “Don’t touch it yet.”
By Sound and Spirit21 days ago in Fiction
This Isn’t the First Time You’ve Asked Me That
“Why are you looking at me like that?” “Like what?” “Like you’re waiting for me to say the wrong thing.” “I’m not.” “You are.”
By Sound and Spirit21 days ago in Fiction
Before You Leave
“Do you have everything?” “I think so.” “You think or you know?” “I know. Mostly.” “Mostly doesn’t help much when you’re already halfway out the door.”
By Sound and Spirit21 days ago in Fiction