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Weekly Contest #253
Trigger Warning: The following story contains themes of emotional abuse, as well as a tragedy involving a young child. The Amulet I looked down at my wrist. The amulet, snugly wrapped around it, radiated with magical energy. It was time. Tears dripped from my eyes. The child in front of me was perfect and peaceful, but eerily still. Grandma and grandpa should’ve watched him better. They always bickered over inconsequential drivel. She would titter on about the latest from church, over-explain basic recipes, or make sure I had all my husband’...
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