La vida
**Never Again** After work, Elaine popped into the corner shop. She couldn’t be bothered to cook, but
Margaret woke up late. No need to rush—retired seven years now, no one left to care for. Might as well
Hatred William stepped out of the office building and instinctively made his way to the car park, only
**The Fortune** “Oh, come on, stop sulking! You’ll love it there—sea, beach, sunshine…
One evening, in a derelict cottage at the edge of a quiet English village, a young woman took up residence.
**Diary Entry** I woke up late today—no rush, really. It’s been seven years since I retired, and there’s
“You’re a monster, Mum! People like you shouldn’t have kids!” Vera had always dreamed
Gran taught him a lesson he’d always remember Our gran had always been the heart of our family.
**Diary Entry** If only I’d known how it would end… The bus jolted over potholes, the driver cursing
It was freezing cold and windy outside. Emily was running home from school to keep warm. Her breath formed









