When Luck Runs Out on an iPhone — Gobblers & Masticadores – Flash Fiction Story
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A man does his best to please his family.
But most of the time, it’s never enough.
A gaming arcade is the place he tries his luck.
There’s a bright shimmer of hope and then sudden darkness.
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It was one of those gaming arcades where the noise and psychedelic lights could induce a seizure. The games were mediocre and the prizes more rubbish than ever. But Bob had promised his wife that he’d chaperone five ten-year-old girls to the place for his daughter’s birthday. Though he could have made […]
When Luck Runs Out on an iPhone — Gobblers & Masticadores
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Terveen Gill is a versatile author and writer who has had the pleasure of growing up on two different continents. Having spent her childhood years in the United States, she returned to India, and has since been living in Chandigarh, a beautiful city in North India. Choosing engineering as her path, she obtained a bachelor's degree in Computer Science. However, paths are discovered only to be changed. Life's unpredictable tale made her realize her passion for writing, and thus began a journey that is transforming into a wonderful literary experience. The author of graphic novels and short stories, versatility is her secret weapon. From a storyteller to a film-maker, script-writing, film direction and film editing are pursuits that challenge and enhance her creativity. Her motto is, ‘If it can be imagined, it is already half-done’.
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too sad! 🙁
It’s that moment that will haunt Bob forever, along with the annoying question – WHY ME?! Thanks David! 🙂
If it still works, it is worthy of a celebration anyways. Yes, it has a broken screen, but somehow I have never seen a person walking around with an iPhone that is still completely intact. Not sure if his wife his happy though…
I suppose that’s the optimistic way of looking at it. Imagine obtaining something, and then literally losing it the very next second. I hope Bob can find his peace and that his wife just let’s him be. Thanks so much for your awesome viewpoint. 🙂
Oof – that was painful to read. Great writing!
Hi Deepthy! Yes, a very swift and painful – gain and loss. No time to even process it properly. Thanks so much! 🙂
Your stories always lift an afternoon, Terveen. At least the man got to have a moment to sit in comfort. Often, that is all some of us men can aim for. 😂 An enjoyable read, Terveen. Thank you. 🙏
Haha! That’s a truth that can’t be denied. I think Bob should be thankful for that. Your words make me realize that a man and a comfortable sofa may be the dream couple. Thanks so much, Davy. 🙂
Poor Bob, he has a fate that cannot handle luck. Hmmmm…perhaps he needs a different God 🤔
Haha! I love your comment, Cassa. You might have the right solution. 🙂
Poor Bob. He just can’t catch a break, can he? Yes, he should definitely bring it to a repair place and it can be fixed probably.
Now that’s an optimistic outlook. But sometimes smashed luck drains any hope left. Thanks so much, Haoyan! 🙂
Why even get one?
Haha! Now that’s the right approach. Gain nothing, lose nothing. Thanks Bharath! 🙂
He can still sell it though and buy a lesser iPhone model, no? Don’t know much about iPhones I admit. That’s a neat story, Terveen.👍🏼😊
Thanks Aaysid! I suppose Bob is just too upset to think straight. The iPhone was probably the last straw. Ouch! 🙂
Your language is always so crisp, and the storytelling is second to none. Your writing is amazing, Terveen. 😊
Thank you so much, Jeff! I appreciate your lovely observations and your wonderful support and encouragement that adds to my determination and makes me want to write even more. A big smile from me to you. Have a great start to your week. 🙂