The World We Live In - An Inevitable Loop

• Sabrina Jin, Grade 8
• Short Story
• 2019

This world is a dreadful place. A monster of influence. A gruesome dream. Forever we shall remain . . . in this endless loop, controlled by our desires and selfishness. When will it end? When will this behemothic curse ever be lifted? Be kind. Be polite. Be you . . . they say, but what can we do when the mask worn is thick, old and tattered. When we leave, we’re told we’re free . . . but no. We come back as a new person. Different, but with all our scars and insecurities . . . buried deep within.