SPLASH! I squeezed my eyes shut and shivered in response to the cold water my cousin slowly poured onto the back of my head. I was on my knees, leaning over the edge of the bathtub. The ice water transformed into a dark purple color as it soaked through my hair that hung upside down

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In the spirit of Friday the 13th, I’ve decided to post this fictional short story first. It’s a little long, but hopefully interesting enough to read through quickly. Enjoy! 🙂   “Lily? Where are you?” She recognizes his voice calling out from behind her, a short distance away. She cringes against the squeaking sound of

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