Shane and Cheryl stood at the counter waiting for the store clerk to return from helping another customer. Cheryl could see the car from inside the store. The sky was overcast the sun hadn’t appeared in the sky today. The clouds were low and gathering as if a storm was brewing. The clerk appeared from the storeroom. Shane called Cheryl from her daydream “Honey, would you like two pieces of haddock?” Shane asked. “Hmm, one sweetie and one Salmon steak” Cheryl replied as she broke her focus. She turned toward the counter and smiled at her fiancé. she then looked at the fresh fish on display. Shane sighs impatience and begins to tap his fingers on the countertop. They had a few more to make before they headed home. Shane wanted to get his errands completed and enjoy the rest of their weekend. It was the start of their vacation and he wanted to start the drive out of town first thing Sunday morning. Another customer comes into the store behind them. ...
She was an outcast, or what some considered, a Loner. She had an odd style, emo. She enjoyed horror films and anime, loved classical music and enjoyed trap music. She liked puzzles but also watched shows with subtitles. Never fully fitting in, but always standing out. The rain fell almost silently amongst the city. The sky was gray but the humidity was there. Marie was feeling something warm and to hit the spot. Winter was in full swing in November; fall had come to an end, and it was now colder than ever. Marie wasn't going to let the winter blues get the better of her this time. She went to get her nails done, bright pink and gold. It was her birthday. She pulled on her Adidas track pants and turtleneck crop top, finishing the look with some sneakers. She scrolled through her phone to call Felicia, her best friend. Her sister answered the phone and said, "I'm going to call you back!" as the call went out. She put on her gloss and set out on the cold streets of...