Night of One Hundred Horrors - A Questionable Ethic [#159]

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           I know you won’t believe me, but I saw it with my own eyes. It sounds crazy, but whatever their studying down in the lab is horrifying. They say their research is going to a good cause, but they’re lying. Whatever poor being their torturing down, there is crying out for help. I don’t know what they plan to learn from it, but I’m sure I won’t like the answer.

           Maybe, they’ll discover a revolutionary medical procedure or some biological secret that will change science forever. I wonder if it will be worth all the unethical actions they performed to get there. That being, whether it’s sentient or not, can most certainly feel pain, that much was clear. I fear what might happen if it ever broke free, or if it has any friends that come looking for it.

           I can’t go back down there anymore, the cries and screams are too much for me to handle. I don’t approve of what they’re doing, but I also don’t have the guts to go down there and free it. I’d just get fired, and that’s if I was lucky, that being might rip my head off in a panic.

           I think I’ll request a transfer, move to a different branch far away. I don’t want to be here when it all goes south. I know it sounds crazy, I spent so long trying to get a job here, and now I’m trying to leave already. You weren’t there, you didn’t hear the screams. This reeks of trouble, and I avoid trouble when I see it. I don’t care how much they’re paying me, the consequences won’t be worth it.

           Don’t tell anyone I told you this, because it won’t just be my head on the chopping block. It’d be best for you to avoid that place, move away if that’s an option. Like I said, this will all go south sooner rather than later, and I don’t need any more tragedies on my conscience.

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Sometimes, when you see a grave injustice, you're first instinct is to not be involved. It's not the right thing to do, but that's the problem with self-preservation sometimes.

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Eclectic Narratives - Green Sea Vacation Company [#158]

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           Salutations from the Green Sea Vacation Company. You may know us for our line of semi-famous water parks. Our range of three-star hotels. Or maybe all those ridiculous lawsuits the media has been slandering us over. We here at Green Sea ask you to forget about all that nonsensical liable the news is trying to feed you. Like our supposed 67% intern mortality rate, “numerous thefts” on the premises of all our properties, and all those hidden fees we charge our guests. (Warning: mentioning any of these on company property will get you removed)

           We know, we know, all these felony-level charges make us look really unappealing. But, let Green Sea promise you we’re the best in the business (As long as you discount all other hotel and vacation chains in the world). If you’re worried about something terrible befalling you or your loved ones in one of our hotels or water parks, don’t. You’re on vacation, there’s no time to be worried about stuff like that.

           We’re currently offering numerous vacation packages at an excellent discount for all our parks and hotels. Including our new hotel on its own island in the middle of the Caribbean. It used to be a secret nuclear missile silo during the cold war, or maybe it was a nuclear test facility. It was a nuclear something, so all those interested in that sort of thing should come on down. Just don’t drink the green water.

           And for those seeking employment at one of our facilities, you’re in luck. We have openings at literally every location and corporate office, the chief benefit of a high turnover rate. Don’t worry about those pesky background checks or drug tests, hell we don’t even care if you give us your real identity. At Green Sea Vacation Company, we pride ourselves on providing our employees the privacy they deserve. That’s why we have no oversight, no security cameras, and not even a Human Resources department. To some, this may sound ridiculous, if not outright irresponsible, we say such people have a shallow perspective.

           What are you waiting for? Come on down to your nearest Green Sea hotel or water park and let all those cares melt away. Green Sea, only 10%* of our guests have died on the property, your survival is practically guaranteed.**

*Not counting guests who were removed from the property before their death

**We are legally obligated to inform you this guarantee is purely for publicity. It cannot be used against us in a court of law in the likely event of injury or death.

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Companies will do anything to sell you something nowadays. (Or was that always the case?)

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Eclectic Narratives #20 - Want For Too Much [#157]

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           You wanted something is that all?

           Such desires shall be your downfall.

           To want and need, what’s even the difference anymore?

           And don’t try to say it was so much simpler before.

           Desires have always held more sway then they should.

           People would always take more if they could.

           Some would be tempered by experience or situation.

           But that didn’t apply to those of a higher station.

           Someone who wanted and was able had no limits to what they could claim.

           That is until an equal or higher power came.

           Limits are placed to keep those with unyielding desires in check.

           But that didn’t always stop them, and they’d continue to make a wreck.

           It’s a sad state of affairs when one lets their wants outweigh other’s needs.

           That’s why many make it their mission to do good deeds.

           But in the end, everything has a limit.

           Let your desires push too far, and that will be it.

           Whether it’s careless self-destruction.

           Or other equal powers inflicting a reduction.

           No one is invincible, nothing is eternal.

           Especially not fools who let their true desires appear external.

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If you go too far others will stop you, whether they're above you, below you, besides you or beyond you. Nobody goes uncontested forever, because eventually you conflict with somebodies interests.

I'm looking for more feedback on my stories, so if you enjoyed this one, or believe it needs improvement let me know.

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Eclectic Narratives #19 - Employee Welcome [#156]

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From: ■■■■■■@whiterock■■■.■■■

Subject: Employee Welcome

Dear Dr. ■■■■■,

Hello and welcome to the Whiterock ■■■■■■, we are happy you’ve accepted our job offer. We hope you become a valuable asset to the future development of our little organization once you get settled into your role.

As discussed in your interview, you will report directly to ■■■■■■. However, you will be expected to report to other senior staff members as necessary.

We apologize for the initial delays, but we take our security extremely seriously. Thankfully, your extensive background check revealed nothing that would disqualify you from the position. But, be aware that you will be continuously monitored from here on out. The leaking of any company secrets, intentional or not, will result in immediate termination. We understand that may appear harsh; however, when you gain a better appreciation of our work and goals, you’ll understand the need for secrecy.

New employee orientation will be held in the ■■■■■■ building on October ■, 2■■■, at 8:00 am. You will have a chance to speak with fellow newcomers, as well as long-standing members. We will also take that as an opportunity to meet face to face and get you up to speed on our current projects. Do not be late.

Before your arrival, we would like to set ground rules for your initial entry into Whiterock:

1.      Questions shall be limited to matters that are directly related to your position. You are allowed to ask about your pay, temperament of your coworkers, size of the department, and your living arrangements. You are not permitted to ask the same of other departments, or anything about the organization as a whole.

2.      Do not leave your group during orientation. Your position will be immediately revoked, and you will be removed from the premises and ■■■■■■.

3.      Do not approach or speak with staff unrelated to your orientation. Especially those in ■■■■■■ uniforms.

4.      If you see anyone unrelated to your orientation suffering a medical emergency or otherwise acting strange, do not approach them. Our on-site medical personnel are more than capable of handling any such emergencies. They will likely be notified long before you have a chance to report it.

5.      In the event of a crisis, you will be directed to the closest panic room and contained there until further notice.

6.      If you discover any strange or alarming happenings, such as a gas leak, overly aggressive personnel, misplaced items, or escaped lab experiments (most frequently animals, or ■■■■■■), then report it to the nearest staff member. Preferably the one leading your orientation.

7.      Do not under any circumstance, ■■■■■■■■■■■■ or ■■■■■■■■■■■■. Either will result in immediate ■■■■■■ , and your position will be revoked.

Again, welcome to our organization. We look forward to working with you in the near future.

Regards,

■■■■■■

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In certain jobs and positions, a level of secrecy is expected. When it reaches an absurd extent, then you're likely in to deep to ever get out again.

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Eclectic Narratives #18 - Alert To All Employees [#155]

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Alert To All Employees

Effective immediately, the break room in building three will be closed until further notice, in the name of employee safety. Any employees caught in the vicinity will be reprimanded. Any employees found inside will be terminated immediately. This warning is not a drill or early April Fool’s joke.

Some of you may be aware of the altercation in the break room earlier today. The company guarantees you that the majority of the rumors are exaggerated or twisted renditions of the truth. Reports anyone who says otherwise to your nearest superior.

Our hearts go out to those in building three that had to watch this incident in full. The company promises to compensate you for your time. To all other employees, we ask that you do not pester your coworkers about the details. If you have any legitimate concerns that this event may adversely affect you or your department, please contact HR, or better yet, your immediate supervisor or manager.

Also, Dr. Thomas Corvin, please report to upper management for questioning. Other employees, please be advised that Dr. Corvin is not to leave the premises for any reason. If you see him or speak to him, alert your supervisor or manager. Any employees who aids Dr. Corvin in leaving the premises will be terminated. Any employee who does not report a sighting of Dr. Corvin will be reprimanded and potentially terminated.

Remember, the company has your best interest at heart, please do the right thing.

Warm Regards,

Dr. Jackson Valentine

CEO & Founder

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I can't think of a good pseudo-philosphical quip to put here today, so:
Something, something companies making mistakes, covering up the truth and blaming someone tangentially related.
There that should do.

I'm attempting unorthodox methods of storytelling right now, in this case indirectly telling a story (if that makes sense). This is one of my favorite methods of storytelling because it lets the reader's imagination race with possibilities. Expect a few more like these in the near future, I was on some kind of evil corporation kick last week.

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