55 fiction : Love is in the air

A light wind was blowing. There were white roses all around. She raised her eyes to meet his. The rays of the sun were casting a partial shadow on his face. He had his usual smile on his face. She tried hard to control her emotions. It felt surreal yet she uttered “Yes, I do”.

55 Fiction: Inner Demons

She peered at the mirror through her calvin klein glasses. “Is this really me?” She thought. The demons inside her whispered "Look how fat you have become". She threw the unbitten apple into the trash bin and walked away in her high heels. She had no idea the way led to her own grave.

55 Fiction: A small love story

I run into your arms when I am depressed or sad. As soon as you touch my lips, I am transported to another world. You play with my tongue and I melt in your arms. You have your own way of making me feel better. Oh Lindt chocolate, what would I have done without you?

55 Fiction - A Present

“Honey, look what have I got you”, gushed her father, handing over yet another Barbie doll. She looked at the doll; it had gorgeous face and shining hair. Seeing her blank face, her father asked her whether she wanted some other birthday present. She muttered “Time with you”. His blackberry buzzed almost the same time.

Author's Note: This is for you anon, you know who you are :)

55 Fiction: Companions

Blog Marathon Post 8

“You are treading muddy waters”, they tried to warn her. She didn’t listen. She carried on with her stride, oblivious to her surroundings. No matter how neglected, they remained with her, through highs and lows. After an hour long run, she placed them carefully in the shoe rack. They waited dutifully till the next dawn.

55 Fiction: Dolls

Blog Marathon Post 4

“Don’t go”, she said. He looked at her. She was teary-eyed. He wished he could do something about it. Instead he said, “I can’t even promise you that I will come back”. Just then, the shopkeeper took him and wrapped him in a glossy giftcover. He started his journey to make another little girl happy.

Authors Note: This is my first attempt at 55 fiction. While writing this I could understand how difficult it is to potray your thoughts in lesser words. But, if you can manage do that, how powerful it can be :)