The Stranger in Room 206
“Ethan checked into the motel late at night, exhausted from his trip. Room 206 smelled of damp carpets and old cigarette smoke. But something felt……
The Man in the Alley
“Walking home late one night, I noticed a man standing at the end of the alley. He wasn’t moving—just watching.” At first, I thought he…
The Water Trade
“In the year 2089, water became the most valuable currency. Cities fell, governments collapsed, and the rich controlled the last remaining reservoirs.” Maya, a young…
The Vanishing Tattoo
“The victim had a unique tattoo—an ancient symbol. But when the coroner examined the body, the tattoo was gone.” Detective Harris knew the tattoo held…
Memory Override
“In the year 2145, memories were no longer sacred. They could be altered, erased, or rewritten with a simple implant. But some people had started…
The Forgotten Wallet
“Sarah found an abandoned wallet on the subway. Inside, there were no cards, no cash—only a single note that read: ‘Don’t turn around.’” She glanced…
Neural Echo
“In the near future, the government developed technology that could read and store human thoughts. It was meant to prevent crime, but what happens when…
The Silent Guest
Every night at exactly 2:00 AM, my front door would creak open slightly. At first, I thought it was the wind… until I saw the…
The Shadow Man
In our small town, a dark silhouette appeared on the walls every night. At first, we thought it was a prank, but the shadow became…
The Last Bus Stop
It was past midnight when I arrived at the last bus stop on the route. The streetlights flickered, and the cold wind whispered through the…