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Contest Title: “The Price of No” – A Tale of Power, Ego, and Unwanted Love | Penana
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Contest Title: “The Price of No” – A Tale of Power, Ego, and Unwanted Love
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What happens when the word “no” becomes the most dangerous answer?

She had everything — money, fame, beauty, and control.
He had nothing — except his self-respect.

A rich, entitled girl falls for a boy far beneath her in status — innocent, kind, and uninterested. When he rejects her advances, she doesn’t walk away heartbroken… she walks away furious.
Now it’s war.

Your task:
Write a short story that starts with a rejection and unfolds into revenge.
Twist the power dynamics. Show how love can turn toxic when pride is bruised. Add secrets, shocking revelations, emotional consequences, or even redemption — it’s your world now.


📝 Guidelines:

  • Word Count: 1000 to 3000 words

  • Genre: Drama, Romance, Psychological, Tragedy, or Thriller

  • POV: First or Third Person – your choice

  • Must include a strong moral dilemma or emotional twist


🏆 What We're Looking For:

  • Emotional intensity

  • Character-driven storytelling

  • A shocking or heartbreaking climax

  • Originality and natural flow — no AI-written content


📅 Deadline: [Insert Date Here]

Winners will be highlighted and given a personal review + shoutout!

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