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Bilal Ansari
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The Longest Night: A Town Unearths a Solstice Secret
Harmony Falls hummed with the lazy contentment of a town untouched by the world's harsh realities. Nestled amidst emerald hills and whispering pines, its streets were lined with quaint cottages, their flower boxes overflowing with vibrant blooms. Summer, with its long, languid days, had officially arrived, painting the sky a canvas of endless blue. But beneath the surface of this idyllic life, a subtle unease stirred, a disquietude that mirrored the lengthening shadows cast by the approaching summer solstice.
By Bilal Ansari4 days ago in Horror
The last call
The computerized clock on the dashboard flickered 11:59 PM as Emily's vehicle hustled down the unfilled parkway. Her heart beat against her ribcage, matching the mood of the windshield wipers engaging the downpour. She looked at her telephone, the screen showing a solitary missed call from her better half, Imprint.
By Bilal Ansari3 months ago in Fiction
The Lazarus Case
Detective Inspector Amelia Johnson stared at the crime scene photos on her desk. The victim, a wealthy socialite named Elizabeth Thorne, was sprawled across her living room floor, a single bullet wound to the chest. The room was in disarray, suggesting a struggle, but there were no signs of forced entry.
By Bilal Ansari3 months ago in Criminal