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Prompt 2: One day, a random suitcase appears at your front door. There is a note attached that says that your very distant relative has passed away and bequeathed you with his prized possessions. Plan a narrative about what happens after you open the suitcase.
Exposition:
Readers will need to know that the protagonist is living a normal life and has no idea about the contents of the suitcase that has been left at their doorstep. The readers will be prepared for the events to come by describing the protagonist's curiosity and desire to find out what is in the suitcase. The protagonist will be introduced as a kind and curious person.
Setting:
The story is set in the present day, at the protagonist's house. The mood is curious and slightly apprehensive. The setting advances the characters, conflict, and plot by providing the protagonist with the opportunity to learn more about their distant relative and his prized possessions.
Characters:
The protagonist is the main character, a curious and kind person who is excited to learn more about their distant relative. The antagonist is not a person, but rather the mystery surrounding the suitcase and its contents. There are no minor characters.
Conflict:
The conflict is character versus self, as the protagonist must decide whether to open the suitcase and potentially disrupt their mundane life or leave it unopened and continue living as they have been.
Rising Action: The protagonist opens the suitcase and finds a variety of items, including old photographs, letters, and a valuable antique.
They spend time going through the items, learning more about their distant relative's life and becoming increasingly curious about his past. Later, they discover a letter that hints at a dark secret in their relative's past, which adds to the conflict and suspense.
Climax:
The protagonist must decide whether to continue exploring their relative's past and potentially uncovering the dark secret, or to leave the suitcase untouched and pretend they never received it.
Falling Action:
The protagonist decides to continue exploring their relative's past and eventually uncovers the dark secret. They come to terms with the information and make the decision to use their newfound knowledge to help others in need.
Resolution:
The story ends with the protagonist feeling fulfilled and at peace with their decision to explore their relative's past. They have learned about the importance of family and using their resources to help others in need. The protagonist learns that sometimes, taking a risk and exploring the unknown can lead to unexpected rewards.
Point of View:
First person point of view will be used in the story. This point of view will allow the reader to experience the protagonist's thoughts and emotions in a more intimate way. It will also help to emphasize the internal conflict the protagonist is facing.