The Last Idol | A Long Story
The Demand“Uncle, this time we need the full thousand.”“Yes, bright red bills — Mahatma Gandhi ones.”“Two five-hundreds will do too.”“Yes, Uncle, and this time...
Rocky and the Autumn Sky | A Long Story
Old PhotographsGrandpa has Rocky on his neck.Rocky on Dida’s lap.Grandpa, Dida, and Mashi with Rocky.Rocky. Rocky. Rocky.Rocky’s age is increasing. Picture after picture. Year...
Ramu’s Last Meal | A Long Story
A Rainy MorningToday, Poran was in high spirits. Things had gone exactly as he had hoped.Mr. Paresh had called attendance and dismissed class right...
The God of Death in the Morgue | A Long Story
The DisappearanceFiringi’s heart was heavy. It had been five days since Babulal hadn’t come home. Babulal was his only son. When he left, he...
The Dolls Behind the Wall – A Long Story
Dusk and DesolationAs the afternoon fades, dusk hesitates on the edge of the horizon. The sky is veiled with clouds, absorbing the sun’s dying...