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Submitted to Contest #235
Mxoli, the new addition to the Johannesburg police force, navigated the bustling streets of Zwide with a practiced eye. His partner, a seasoned officer, was briefing him on the nuances of their patrol area. The city’s vibrant chaos was a far cry from Mxoli’s humble beginnings in a small village nestled in the Transkei hills. There, he had risen from a shepherd boy to a respected figure in the local police force. His new assignment in Johannesburg's dense urban landscape was both a challenge and a milestone in his career. Mxoli had always har...
Submitted to Contest #221
As a toddler, Brendan spoke about a white wolf dog that nobody seemed able to see. No-one took notice of Brendan’s continued sightings of his imaginary friend. Had someone, they may have discovered a pattern which would’ve prepared them for their loss. Weeks or months passed before Brendan saw his white wolf, and often in weird places. When passing a house a few doors away, or in a busy road. Soon after seeing the dog, someone died at the location. Times of death varied from immediately after a sighting to days, weeks or even months later....
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