The snow fell heavily from the sky, covering the park in a thick white blanket. The trees stood silent. The playground swings moved a little in…
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In one of the largest and most prestigious offices in the city, a programmer vacancy opened up. The project was large-scale, international, with an excellent salary…
After losing my parents, my circle of family shrank significantly. It was down to my aunt and uncle on my dad’s side, my grandmother, and the…
People were stunned to see a small child standing alone on the street — and quickly called the police. When the officer arrived, the girl calmly…
The security guard smiled and waved me through. I was Mrs. Robert Sterling, after all, co-owner of the company being celebrated tonight. For fifteen years, I…
The fluorescent lights in the maternity wing buzzed overhead as Tasha Bennett woke from emergency surgery, her body aching and her mind foggy. She would later…
I came home a day early, not because of some motherly sixth sense, but because a client meeting in Austin was canceled. I figured, why not…
Claire adjusted the delicate lace collar of her dress, smoothing non-existent creases from the silk skirt. Today was a special day: the wedding of her younger…
I had been with Justin for just over three years. He was charming and attentive, and things moved pretty quickly. Our relationship wasn’t perfect, but it…
Lera was standing by the mirror in the hallway, touching up her lipstick, when the doorbell rang. She glanced at the clock — half past six…