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Fierce and Gentle

Girl: ‘Why you so stupid one? Service so slow.’ Jerlyn, with two of her ‘sisters’, harassed the male server in a cafe, venting their discontent over the higher prices which is the norm for a small outlet. The guy did not say a word and went back to his duties, half acknowledging the consolation his…Continue readingFierce and Gentle

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Accidental Buzz

Me: ‘Hannah. I think your phone is ringing.’ Hannah: ‘Really? Help me see who is calling.’ I reached into her handbag I was carrying for her and at the source of the vibration, I felt something long and smooth. Me (whispering): ‘Hannah. It’s your vibrator.’ Hannah: ‘Shit. My phone is in my pocket. Is it…Continue readingAccidental Buzz

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High and Wet

Spending time alone is the rare occasion where I sort my thoughts out. At 2am, the silence of my neighbourhood was the most ideal time to zone out, even the residents coming home then would not make too much noise. Sitting in front of my block on one of those metal benches, a Lancer I…Continue readingHigh and Wet

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Swim Lessons

Gina: ‘Kor kor!’ Me: ‘Yes?’ Gina: ‘You know how to swim right? Can teach me?’ Me: ‘Huh? Now?’ Gina: ‘Later tonight la. Less people won’t so pai seh. I want to learn leh.’ Me: ‘Ok. I’ll text you later.’ My fifteen year old neighbour caught me at the right time just as I returned home…Continue readingSwim Lessons

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Repaying Cassie

After my sister took the wheel in the car I drove to pick her up, her friend, Cassie, joined me in the back seats, wearing a light blue chiffon blouse and red flare skirt so short I caught an upskirt view when she boarded the car. Cassie: ‘Your brother is so shuai la!’ Sister: ‘Haha.…Continue readingRepaying Cassie