This is a story about a man who deals with a lot of stress, but no wonder, given the line of work he's in. Prompted by #ChallengeTheProud No.7 "But instead of a gun he pulled out a loaf of bread."

“Keep your friends close and your enemas closer.” Challenge No. 4 Gerald is an old bastard. He swears, he's grumpy, and he really doesn't like his grandson that much.

"Flying Piglet." - Challenge No.2 A homeless child is caught in a snow storm. Will she make it? Will she ever feel safe?

This is a short story about love, relationships and trust. If you don't believe me, just read it.

A young woman is training to to improve her boxing technique. How is Elsa going to use these newly acquired skills? Nothing is as it seems, and she knows this better than anyone.

Rad'Uxen enjoys watching the stars. One night he finds out that the stars have been looking back at him all along.

'Life is a rock that we each roll up a hill. Some hills are steeper than others, some rocks heavier than others. If I help you roll your rock I have to step away from my own.' These words resonate in the young King's life as he proudly wears his crown.

Do your best on the final exams and become one of the elite - a prestigious Ark Knight. In theory, Trin's plan sounded just right, but in reality she had crossed a line and can never go back.

Princess Fawn is captured. Warrior Jones is also a prisoner. Their only hope is Rogue. Maybe he can get them out of the Ziggurat prisons? Maybe not.

Adria is a famous and beloved writer. But she is also the slave of her Patron and, like most humans, only a thing to be used. ‘My pen is the barrel of a gun. Remind me which side you should be on.’

"Losers, after all, still win, nothing whatsoever." Challenge No.5 A father attempts to teach his son something about losers and winners.

Leo finds an unlikely kindred spirit in Kate. Underneath quartz of Cherry Garcia lies buried a touch of hope for two lost souls.

The way we wake up speaks plenty about our state of mind. "Consider adopting more than one gerbil so they can keep each other company when you’re not home" — Challenge No.11

"This item discontinued." - Challenge No. 6 Farina is just your ordinary M-pad user, living in one of the many districts that the A.I. District controls. Yes, life is good... Until Farina realizes that something is off.

Mr. Connor has just hired a new maid to help with his empty big house. She's annoying, feisty, and he'll probably fire her by the end of the day. Amada just took this new job, taking care of Mr. Connor's house. He's finicky, stern and incredibly cold. She'll probably quit by the end of the week. “She’s a maniac, on the mop.” – Challenge No.12