Literary – Page 2

Chapter

The Phantom Gramps

by testsuphomeAdmin — The Phantom Gramps began to manifest on the third morning on the seawall, casting a shadow over Sol’s otherwise hopeful demeanor. As she climbed aboard for breakfast, the narrator couldn’t help but notice the unusual gleam in her eyes, the hollow, faraway look she carried as if a second presence lingered behind her. This unsettling energy, which the narrator referred to as the "waiting child," filled the air around Sol, making her seem like a different person altogether. In an attempt to draw her back…
1. I Cheerfully Refuse
  
  154.4 K Words • Ongoing
Literary

3.9 K Mar 16, '25 0

Everyone E
Chapter

The Medicine Ship

by testsuphomeAdmin — The Medicine Ship presents the protagonist’s harsh reality, imprisoned in a cold, damp cell aboard a vessel that seems to embody despair. The ship’s corridors echo with the sounds of creaking wood and the persistent smell of mildew, creating an atmosphere of confinement and isolation. Within this grim setting, the protagonist’s thoughts constantly return to a child named Sol, whose life seems endangered by the protagonist’s current plight. Sol had been recovering from a difficult past, showing…
1. I Cheerfully Refuse
  
  154.4 K Words • Ongoing
Literary

4.0 K Mar 16, '25 0

Everyone E
Chapter

The Greenstone Fair

by testsuphomeAdmin — "The Greenstone Fair" begins with the protagonist waking up in his lakeside home, a place known for its unpredictable nature. Today, however, the lake is unusually calm, its stillness contrasting with the narrator's reflective mood. The protagonist recalls how the lake has always seemed alive, its changing conditions a constant reminder of the turbulent past, including ominous clouds that threatened storms and shipwrecks that added to the lake's mysterious reputation. After a brief conversation with…
1. I Cheerfully Refuse
  
  154.4 K Words • Ongoing
Literary

4.4 K Mar 17, '25 0

Everyone E
Chapter

The Great Girard

by testsuphomeAdmin — The Great Girard begins with the protagonist’s somber reflection on the state of Gold, Ontario. Once a vibrant, thriving town, it has now fallen into ruin, a ghostly shell of its former self. The landscape is described with vivid imagery of the shoreline and the muted surroundings, which reflect the depth of the town's decay. The catalyst for the chaos is the mournful howling of an ancient dog, a warning that echoes through the air. This haunting moment serves as the beginning of a breakdown in the town,…
1. I Cheerfully Refuse
  
  154.4 K Words • Ongoing
Literary

4.1 K Mar 16, '25 0

Everyone E
Chapter

The Garment was Occupied

by testsuphomeAdmin — The Garment was Occupied, the protagonist wrestles with a crucial decision that looms over him after a long night of deep reflection. He is torn between sailing southwest to Duluth, where there are familiar faces and the possibility of assistance, especially from Lark, who has connections due to her time spent at the local library. Despite this, he is conflicted by the risks of bringing others into his troubles, fearing that their involvement could expose them to danger because of the problems he's already…
1. I Cheerfully Refuse
  
  154.4 K Words • Ongoing
Literary

3.6 K Mar 16, '25 0

Everyone E
Chapter

The Djinn

by testsuphomeAdmin — The Djinn plays a significant role in the unfolding chapter, where the protagonist, having crossed over the rocks, meets Sol, who is struggling to recover from a cold swim in the sea. She is hypothermic and physically weakened by the ordeal, needing urgent care and warmth. The protagonist, unsure of how to handle the situation, wraps Sol in a dry blanket and gives her coffee, his mind overwhelmed by a surge of conflicting emotions. While his protective instincts take over, a deep sense of anxiety about her…
1. I Cheerfully Refuse
  
  154.4 K Words • Ongoing
Literary

3.6 K Mar 16, '25 0

Everyone E
Chapter

The Day I Remembered The Future

by testsuphomeAdmin — The Day I Remembered The Future begins with an atmosphere charged with tension and uncertainty, as the protagonist is abruptly roused from sleep by the sound of hurried footsteps and clamor. These unsettling noises mark the beginning of a significant event that shifts the mood aboard the ship. The protagonist soon learns that, against all odds, some of the twelve individuals previously presumed dead are, in fact, still alive. This shocking revelation is delivered as Ivar, providing a simple morning rusk,…
1. I Cheerfully Refuse
  
  154.4 K Words • Ongoing
Literary

3.8 K Mar 16, '25 0

Everyone E
Chapter

Stubby Golems on the Fretboard

by testsuphomeAdmin — Stubby Golems on the Fretboard takes the protagonist into a reflective state, as he plays his beloved bass guitar, Mr. Fender, an instrument that has been his source of solace and connection throughout his difficult journey. As the familiar rhythms fill the air, memories of his time with Lark flood back—both the joyous moments they shared and the sorrowful reality of their separation. The sound of the bass, for the protagonist, is not just a distraction but a vessel that holds his emotions and nostalgia,…
1. I Cheerfully Refuse
  
  154.4 K Words • Ongoing
Literary

4.7 K Mar 16, '25 0

Everyone E
Chapter

So Young to be in Jail

by testsuphomeAdmin — So Young to be in Jail, the protagonist struggles with the weight of both their physical surroundings and the turmoil within. Aboard the Flower, the boat that had once promised freedom, they are now adrift in a sea of confusion and regret. The fog that shrouds the waters mirrors the fog in their mind, clouding their thoughts and making every decision feel like a step into the unknown. The lack of supplies, combined with the withdrawal from caffeine, intensifies the isolation, and the protagonist is left to…
1. I Cheerfully Refuse
  
  154.4 K Words • Ongoing
Literary

3.5 K Mar 16, '25 0

Everyone E
Chapter

Skeletons Climbing Stairs in the Rain

by testsuphomeAdmin — Skeletons Climbing Stairs in the Rain, the scene in the Shambles is one of suffocating heaviness. The air, thick with the smell of hot tar and the constant, monotonous hum of bilge pumps, fills the space with a sense of perpetual discomfort. Rainy, immersed in this grim setting, feels the weight of looming dread, especially as he is summoned to carry out his duties. As he moves through the darkened corridors of the ship, the silence is broken only by the distant noises from below, reminding him of the…
1. I Cheerfully Refuse
  
  154.4 K Words • Ongoing
Literary

4.7 K Mar 16, '25 0

Everyone E
Previous 1 2 3 … 12 Next