Tag: flash fiction

The Red Reflection

The twilight air hung heavy as I stood by the small lake, its stillness disturbed only by the faint ripple of unseen fish. Across the water, the red house stood like a forgotten relic, its windows dark, curtains drawn. They say no one lives there—never has. Yet, every […]

She was there in a box

The room was meant to evoke a sense of nostalgia. The room was supposed to provide comfort in the face of extreme anxiety. Her heart was pounding, and she needed some calming tea. She wanted a fainting couch. Actually, she wanted to run away. Everything here would serve […]

He missed how they were

He stood at the very back of the arena, taking in the scene. He watched as she danced and cheered. He was happy to see her smile. Yet, he was heartbroken that she was smiling again outside of his presence. He was shrouded in grief and sadness. He […]