fiction
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Mrs. Goodman, a weary kindergarten teacher, faces chaos in her classroom as students exhibit alarming behavior post-pandemic. While barricaded in a closet, she contemplates her impending retirement without her late husband. The escalating violence results in a terrifying encounter with a former student, leading her to confront her deep-seated anxieties and fears of societal decline.
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On a bustling Christmas Eve, a grief-stricken man visits his son’s grave, carrying a solitary rose. As snow falls, he reflects on his loss, believing he failed his son. Unexpectedly, the spirit of his boy appears, bringing comfort and reminding him of the eternal bond of love and faith. The man finds solace, realizing that…
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The narrator reflects on a past relationship while retrieving her watch from an ex. Despite intentions for closure, her emotions resurface, leading to a bittersweet farewell. As she grapples with lingering feelings and the realization of love lost, she finds herself emotionally vulnerable, confronting unexpected heartache after their final encounter.
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In a dystopian future where death is processed via EulogyOS, Sam is mistakenly declared dead and faces a bureaucratic nightmare while navigating a world reliant on algorithms. As he fights to reclaim his identity, he learns that his digital persona has become more valuable than the real him. Sam must decide whether to erase his…


