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Hey, guys!! I'm back with another (attempted) comedy. I wrote it in a hurry, so I fear it might be a teeny weeny bit messy. A few of the events, I guess, are exaggerated too. Please share your thoughts on this story and suggest me ways to improve. I hope you all enjoy it, and please pardon any errors. Happy reading!

Ps. This post is extra special as I’m celebrating my survival for a year on Tumblr.

A Quest for a Midnight Snack (Anniversary Special)

“Mr. Evans, I swear I thought it was next Thurse-!”

I stopped midway through my apology speech for forgetting my history exam as I looked around to realise it was just another of my nightmare and I am safely in my room with the said exam being held next week.

Rubbing my still sleepy eyes, I looked over at the clock. It was already 1 am! BUT I still have a truck load of slides to gobble up. I wish there was something called waking pills too so that I could keep my damn eyelids open for a few more hours.

Closing the lecture I was watching prior to dozing off graciously over my desk, I walked into the washroom and stood before the mirror. Dark eye bags, pale and oily skin and messy bird nest hair. Wow! What a beauty I am! I let out a humourless laugh.

“Maybe I should ditch college and start making horror short films. I could even break the internet as the next Annabelle.,” I gasped dramatically. “Just imagine the money flowing  in then! I can be a millionaire!” I chuckled creepily.

After spending five minutes contemplating my current student life and imagining the things I should have done instead, I splashed my face with water, brushed my hair, and returned to my workspace. Books piled over at the study table while a whole bundle of loose sheets scattered over the bed along with a few of my electronics, pillows and plushies. 

“WoW!! Looks like a tornado passed through the room.” And with a sigh, I began to tidy up.

After a few minutes, I stretched my tired body. It was 2.30 already. I just want to dive into my bed. It has been one week since I slept peacefully. Leave sleeping, I can’t even remember the last time Jess and me met up for lunch! 

Work can wait, I desperately need a short nap for few hours. But then my stomach growled. Fine! Food first, sleep next. And I bet I would go unconscious once my head hits the pillow.

I ambled into the kitchen and searched for a packet of instant noodle. Suddenly I felt something moving at the far end of the counter. My ears perked up. I gazed at that shadowed corner. Ok, this was scaring me out. Just yesterday, I overheard those elder ladies next door gossip about some murder that took place in this house, years ago. Not that I believe such supernatural entities, but the eeriness and the stillness of the hour still gave me goosebumps.

Taking a pan as a weapon, I slowly moved towards that said corner. I lifted the utensil up above my head and hit the counter. The loud bang against the marble echoed all over the empty room which even scared me. And to add to my panic, a cockroach appeared from that exact spot and directly flew towards my face. I screamed at the sudden sight of the horrendous insect and walked back, not noticing the table behind me. As a result, I accidentally hit my toe at its sharp edge. Screaming with pain I fell down face down while the pan in my hand hit my shoulder blade. I laid there sprawled on the cold floor for sometime as silence eloped my abode once again. All I wanted was to eat…………

Eventually, I settled on the couch with a bowl of noodles, blissfully watching my favourite show. Moments like this were rare luxuries amidst my juggling of part-time jobs and endless assignments. Laughing once in a while at some of the scenes, I comfortably emptied my bowl,  even noisily drinking the soup. There, my poor tummy was at last satisfied.

Humming to myself, I washed the dish and was about to dash to the bedroom by turning off the lights in the kitchen, (am scared of the dark) when something caught my eyes. A shadow. A silhouette. At the glass window of the balcony. I gulped as I stood still for a few beats, thinking whether to counter the god-knows-what-it-is or  practice my national level racing skills and zap to my room. But wait….what if its a burgler? Or even a serial killer?

After contemplating for a minute, I took a smart decision by taking Mary, my roommate’s baseball bat and advancing towards the shadow. I tiptoed silently towards the glass door. Swinging it open with a jerk, I slashed the bat in the air like a sword letting out a war cry and hoping to catch the intruder with a surprise. But- there was no one there. A cool wind outside rustled the leaves of the nearby branch which reached the balcony. Goosebumps erupted,  both due to the chill of the night and fear. Trying to squint my eyes, I search in the dark night. Not a soul at sight. Guess, the roach incident left my indicator on for suspicious activities.

I let out a loud yawn. Yep, that’s the cue to fall on the bed. But wait-. Suddenly, as tried to retire into the house, someone caught a hold of my hoodie. No. Hell, no! I shall not die today. I still have ten dramas tο watch and twenty places to tour, plus am not married yet. Nope, there are hundred reasons for me not to die tonight. Without any second thoughts, I slide out of the cloth and dashed inside without a second glance.

Banging the door of the bedroom, I bounced onto the bed like a kangaroo and fanatically looked for my phone. I threw all the pillows all over the room and turned the sheets while all the plushies went flying in the air. Where is that dang thing when I need it? What if that man had already entered the house? What if he got hold of the kitchen knife or what if he already had a machete?

And hence, I took the second smart decision. LOCK THE DAMN DOOR! Scurrying towards the door which I left ajar, I didn’t notice the tangled bedsheets around my ankle and thus, with a loud thud, I elegantly landed on the floor, hitting my head. Yep, that did it, my eyelids drooped and I slowly slipped into the world of darkness.

A few hours later ~

The soft warmth of the sun tickle my skin as I slowly woke up. Wait, why am I cold? Scratching my head, I sit up on the floor and scanned the place. Why am I in a- Wait!!! Then, suddenly, my brain started functioning properly as I remembered the last night’s incidents. And instantly, I glanced at the door. It was still slightly open, just like I had left it in the fiasco. The gap wasn’t enough for anyone to enter. Deciding to investigate like a brave woman I am (not), I shakily advanced towards the door and outside.

Running my eyes all over my lonely abode, I can confirm that everything is normal. Too much normal. Innocently normal. As if nothing happened. I walked towards the balcony and gasped at the sight……. My favourite hoodie, gifted by my mom in my last birthday was hanging on the  extended branch….

“Wow!! At least I caught my assaulter, didn’t I, Mr. Branch?” I murmured sarcastically, as I snatched my precious hoodie. And just I was about to go back, my eyes fell on a sap green overcoat hanging on the clothesline against the glass door. Max’s. He must have forgotten it after the meeting yesterday. 

“And here is my intruder.” I announced, so done with the whole thing and cursing myself in 1042025 languages. After last night, I solemnly swear to never pull an all nighter. I had enough adrenaline rush. All just for a Quest for a Midnight Snack.

-Aurora

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!!!! Important Announcement !!!!

Hey guys!! I'm writing this post to announce a ......... hiatus. Though I’ve been enjoying writing, posting, and chatting with all you lovely people, unfortunately, this final year of school is already crushing me. So, I’ll be away for a while—but I’ll still drop by from time to time. Hope my stories keep you entertained in the meantime!! Feel free to drop your thoughts or fav moments in the comments—I’ll still be around to read them whenever I can. Happy reading!!!

-Aurora

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INTRO POST

Hello guys!! Welcome to this blog!!!!!

Who am I ?

I am Aurora (pen name) and am currently 16 years old. Yeah, I am still studying in school but as a hobby, I write time to time. So, I may appear with a story once in a while and then disappear for a looong time during exams or due to study pressure. English is not my first language. So, pardon my spelling and grammatical mistakes.

What I read ? / My favourite reads

I don't really have a favourite genre since I read anything that comes in my way. Sherlock Holmes, Hercule Poirot, Miss Marple, Ruskin Bond, Secret Seven, Famous Five, etc. are some of my favourite reads and also I am a huge Potter Head (I have read all of the books in the series!). Other than these I read a mixture of tales from different authors from genres horror, comedy, sci - fic, etc.

My writing history

Honestly, I don't have a proper 'writing journey'. Its just I was interested in storytelling since my childhood. I officially started writing at 12 years and joined the social media at 15 to share my works. I am an amateur and am working on my growth as a successful author.

What do I write?

I write stories and series on random topics. They may be inspired by movies, books, my dream, nightmares or even day to day activities. I also don't usually write on specific genres since they are just random and purely based on my imagination and instincts.

My posted works

Poems : Death ? Assassin

Short Stories : A Job Well Done The Stories The Sparrow Told Kidnapped (comedy) A Quest For a Midnight Snack (comedy)

Series : Her Guilty Conscience (thriller) (Ongoing)

Hope I can entertain you all with my stories. And I request for comments and even critiques, along with all your love and encouragement.

Thank you for your support! Feel free to ask or chat with me and also suggest prompts and all!

-Aurora

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!!!!NEW SIDE BLOG!!!!

Hey guys!!! I had actually created another blog a while back. (I literally forgot all about it) Its just a side blog where I would be yapping on different things and will be posting and reblogging on random topics. If you want, you all can check it out! Its my crazy cozy space. Hope to entertain you guys!!!!!!

-Aurora

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Oh mah god!!!! Its a year already?!!??! Time really flew with wings. I really had fun on this platform. Thanks everyone for sticking with me and all your love and support. I hope I would be able to bring out more fun stories and series.

Thank you a bunch, all my silent and loud readers.

-Aurora

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Thank you, guys for taking part in the poll. And also thanks for the encouragement. Okay then, now that am on a teeny weeny break from school, lemme gather the courage and look at my messy docs. *pulls out a stack of tiny stickers, paras and codewords I don't even remember*. *sighs*

Stay tuned anyways, guys!!!!

Also, feel free to drop your plot predictions or any wild ideas — what do you think is going to happen next? Or are you totally confused and need clues? Just comment, ask or message me. I would love to chat about it and would appreciate some help on the plot. hehehe.

-Aurora

Hey guys!!! Hope you all are fine and healthy. First of all, I apologise for disappearing suddenly. Well, school these days is just stressful and frustrating. Now that I got a teeny weeny break time, I will try to start writing again IF nothing comes up. Thank you, guys anyways for all your love and support. Stay tune for updates tho! And pls check out my ongoing series.

Btw guys, since I am not getting much feedback and reaction on 'Her Guilty Conscience', I am kinda losing the interest and am thinking if I should drop it.........What say?

Thanks a bunch, you wonderful people!!!!!

-Aurora