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Aftershock

February 16, 2021 6 Comments

By Jennifer Lai

My head slams back as the car accelerates. I try to shout, but my voice is silenced with fear. A wave of nausea hits me, and soon hot bile ascends my throat. I shut my eyes, wishing it were just a dream. But the screams around me tell me otherwise. My teeth clench, and I cling to the bottom of my seat like a lifeline. Two minutes later, the car screeches to a stop, and I relax as a woman’s voice blares overhead: Welcome back, everyone. I hope you enjoyed Aftershock. Enjoy the rest of your day at King’s Theme Park.

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  1. Rebecca Garnett Haris says

    February 16, 2021 at 7:58 am

    I have experienced this when my sons persuaded me onto a ride!

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  2. Constanée Malik Hemedi says

    February 16, 2021 at 9:06 am

    And we pay money for this, but I still love it!

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  3. Scott Brian Blanke says

    February 16, 2021 at 10:21 am

    Nice minor twist.

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  4. Jennifer Lai says

    February 17, 2021 at 8:13 am

    Thanks for your comments! 🙂

    Reply
  5. I.R.Pathak says

    February 17, 2021 at 10:49 am

    Careful selection of sensory words. Suspense is very beautifully created. Commendable piece.

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  6. Violet James says

    February 17, 2021 at 7:43 pm

    I loved this twist at the end. Great story Jennifer!!

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