Time Stop for Mouse

Time Stop for Mouse
Max Marshall
Max Marshall creates stories that transport readers to far-off lands, immersing them in rich cultures and inviting them to experience the full spectrum of human emotion.Nestled within the pages of countless masterpieces lies a writer whose name evokes thoughts of passion, creativity, and boundless imagination.

Time Stop for Mouse

Max Marshall

Illustrator Ideogram

© Max Marshall, 2024
© Ideogram, illustrations, 2024

ISBN 978-5-0064-1652-9
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Time Stop for Mouse
Max Marshall

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Time Stop for Mouse
First edition. June 27, 2024.
Copyright © 2024 Max Marshall. Written by Max Marshall.
This book was written partially using AI content in the text and illustrations.



Description
Initially in a bustling city, there lived a curious little mouse named Thalia. One day, while exploring the nooks and crannies of the city, she stumbled upon a mysterious old clock hidden in the shadows. To her amazement, this clock had a special power – it could stop time for exactly one minute! Tempted by the mischievous possibilities, Thalia decided to use this extraordinary gift to help her mouse family by robbing from the rich and giving to the poor. But as she delved deeper into her thieving adventures, Thalia soon realized that true wealth lies not in material possessions, but in the kindness and love shared between family and friends. Join Thalia on a magical journey of self-discovery, friendship, and the importance of doing what is right in this enchanting children’s fairy tale.

About the Author


Max Marshall creates stories that transport readers to far-off lands, immersing them in rich cultures and inviting them to experience the full spectrum of human emotion.
Nestled within the pages of countless masterpieces lies a writer whose name evokes thoughts of passion, creativity, and boundless imagination.

With an elegant command of language and a deep understanding of the human soul, this writer creates characters whose triumphs and struggles resonate deeply with readers of all ages. Whether exploring the complexities of love and loss or delving into the depths of the human psyche, this writer’s prose is as beautiful as it is insightful, revealing truths that stir the heart and inspire the soul.

Chapter 1: The Dreamy Mouse


On the streets of a lively city, there lived a mouse named Taya. Taya wasn’t just any ordinary mouse; she was a dreamer. Every day, as the sun rose and painted the sky with hues of pink and gold, Taya would wake up with a sparkle in her eyes and a skip in her step, ready to embark on her daily adventures.
Taya’s tiny mouse feet would patter along the cobblestone pathways, her whiskers twitching with excitement as she explored every nook and cranny of the city. From the towering skyscrapers to the cozy alleyways, there was always something new and fascinating to discover.
But more than anything else, Taya loved to dream. As she scurried through the bustling streets, she would often pause to gaze up at the clouds drifting lazily across the sky, imagining herself soaring high above the rooftops, carried by the gentle breeze.
With each step she took, Taya’s imagination would come alive, filling her mind with wondrous possibilities. She dreamed of far-off lands and daring adventures, of grand castles and hidden treasures waiting to be found.



Chapter 2: The Found Clock


Painting the city with warm hues of orange and gold, Taya set out on her usual morning stroll. The streets were alive with the hustle and bustle of city life, but amidst the commotion, something caught Taya’s sharp little eyes.
There, nestled among the discarded scraps and forgotten treasures of the city, was a beautiful clock. It gleamed in the sunlight, its intricate design sparkling with promise. Without hesitation, Taya scurried over to the clock and gingerly picked it up with her tiny paws.
The clock was unlike any Taya had ever seen before. Its golden hands ticked away the seconds with a soft, rhythmic hum, and its face was adorned with delicate etchings and swirling patterns. But what truly captured Taya’s attention were the small buttons nestled along the side of the clock.
Curiosity piqued, Taya tentatively reached out a paw and brushed against one of the buttons. But as she did, a sudden wave of uncertainty washed over her. What would happen if she pressed it? Would she unlock some magical power, or unleash a force beyond her control?



Chapter 3: The clock on display


With the newfound clock securely strapped to her tiny wrist, Taya couldn’t contain her excitement. She scurried through the city streets, proudly displaying her treasure for all to see. Everywhere she went, heads turned and whispers filled the air as curious onlookers admired the gleaming timepiece adorning the little mouse’s paw.
Taya’s friends were especially intrigued by the mysterious clock. They gathered around her, their eyes wide with wonder, as she recounted the tale of how she had found it in the landfill. They peppered her with questions, eager to learn more about its origins and its purpose.
As the days passed, Taya continued to wear the clock wherever she went, showing it off to anyone who would listen. Her friends couldn’t help but be drawn to the allure of the beautiful timepiece, and soon they too began to covet one of their own.
They begged Taya to reveal where she had found the clock, hoping to unearth a treasure of their own. But Taya simply smiled enigmatically, her whiskers twitching with amusement, as she refused to divulge her secret.
But no matter how hard they searched, the clocks remained elusive, their whereabouts shrouded in mystery. And as the days turned into weeks, Taya’s friends began to realize that perhaps the true treasure wasn’t the clock itself, but the friendship and camaraderie they shared with one another.



Chapter 4: The button on the watch


One bright and sunny afternoon, as Taya and her friends lounged beneath the shade of a towering oak tree, a curious mouse named Milo piped up with a question.
«What are those buttons on your watch, Taya?» Milo asked, his eyes wide with curiosity as he gestured towards the intricate timepiece adorning Taya’s paw.
Taya blinked in surprise, her whiskers twitching with uncertainty. «I’m not sure,» she admitted sheepishly, her ears drooping slightly. «I found this watch in a landfill, and I’ve never been brave enough to press any of the buttons.»
But Milo was undeterred by Taya’s uncertainty. With a mischievous glint in his eye, he leaned in closer and whispered, «Well, there’s only one way to find out, isn’t there? Why don’t we press one of the buttons and see what happens?»
Taya hesitated, her heart racing with excitement and apprehension. What if pressing the button unleashed some unforeseen consequence? What if it transported them to a far-off land or summoned a magical creature from the depths of the unknown?
But as she glanced around at her eager friends, their eyes alight with anticipation, Taya felt a surge of courage coursing through her veins. With a resolute nod, she reached out a trembling paw and pressed one of the buttons on the watch.
Instantly, the air around them seemed to crackle with energy, and a soft humming filled the air as the hands of the clock began to spin wildly. Taya’s heart skipped a beat as she braced herself for whatever might come next.
But to her surprise, nothing seemed to happen. The world around them remained unchanged, and Taya’s friends exchanged puzzled glances as they waited for something, anything, to occur.



Chapter 5: Stopping Time


It was a quiet afternoon in the heart of the bustling city when Taya, with trembling paws and a racing heart, mustered up the courage to press one of the buttons on the mysterious clock adorning her wrist. As her tiny paw made contact with the smooth surface of the button, a wave of anticipation washed over her.
In an instant, the world around Taya seemed to shimmer and fade, as if caught in the stillness of a dream. The bustling streets fell silent, the chirping of birds ceased, and even the gentle rustle of leaves was stilled. Time itself had come to a halt.
Taya stood frozen in awe, her eyes wide with wonder as she took in the surreal scene unfolding before her. A single droplet of water hung suspended in mid-air, caught in the midst of its descent from a nearby fountain. A flock of pigeons, wings outstretched in flight, hovered motionless against the backdrop of the clear blue sky.
With each passing moment, Taya’s shock gave way to a sense of exhilaration. She had done it – she had stopped time itself. But as the weight of her newfound power settled upon her, Taya couldn’t help but feel a twinge of apprehension.
What if she couldn’t start time again? What if she was trapped in this frozen moment forever? But even as these doubts crept into her mind, Taya knew that she couldn’t afford to falter. She had to find a way to reverse the spell and set things right once more.
With a determined flick of her paw, Taya reached out towards the clock once more, her heart pounding in her chest. And as she pressed the button for a second time, a soft hum filled the air, and the world around her began to stir back to life.
The droplet of water resumed its journey towards the earth, the pigeons resumed their flight, and the city sprang back to life with renewed energy and vigor. Time had been set in motion once more, but the memory of Taya’s incredible feat would linger in her mind for days to come.



Chapter 6: Time has Returned


Taya stood amidst the now bustling city, she couldn’t help but marvel at the sight before her. The world had sprung back to life with a renewed vigor, as if awakening from a deep slumber. Birds chirped merrily in the trees, cars hummed along the streets, and the gentle murmur of conversation filled the air once more.
But amidst the hustle and bustle of the city, Taya knew that something had changed. She had glimpsed a power beyond her wildest dreams, a power to stop time itself with the simple press of a button. And though the experience had left her breathless with awe, it had also left her with a newfound sense of responsibility.
With each passing moment, Taya felt a sense of urgency stirring within her. She knew that she couldn’t simply ignore the incredible gift that had been bestowed upon her. She had to use it wisely, to help those in need and make the world a better place.
And so, with a determined gleam in her eye, Taya set out to explore the possibilities that lay before her. She wandered the streets of the city, her tiny paws pattering against the pavement as she sought out opportunities to make a difference.
With each passing minute, Taya found herself drawn to those in need – a lost child searching for their parent, a struggling vendor trying to make ends meet, a lonely elderly mouse in need of a friendly face. And with each passing minute, Taya used her newfound power to lend a helping paw, to make the world just a little bit brighter for those around her.
As the sun began to dip below the horizon and the stars twinkled overhead, Taya knew that her adventure was only just beginning. There were still countless mysteries to uncover, countless challenges to overcome, and countless lives to touch with her extraordinary gift.
But as she curled up in her cozy nest that night, a sense of contentment washed over Taya. For she knew that no matter what the future held, she would always be ready to face it head-on, armed with nothing more than her dreams and the courage to make them come true.



Chapter 7: Friends didn’t notice


Taya’s heart swelled with excitement as she gathered her friends around her, eager to share the incredible secret she had discovered. With a wide grin, she gestured towards the gleaming clock adorning her wrist, its golden hands ticking away with a steady rhythm.
«Look what I found!» Taya exclaimed, her voice tinged with excitement. «This watch has the power to stop time itself!»
Her friends gasped in astonishment, their eyes widening with wonder as they gazed at the mysterious timepiece. «No way!» Milo exclaimed, his whiskers twitching with excitement. «That’s incredible, Taya! Show us how it works!»

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Time Stop for Mouse Max Marshall
Time Stop for Mouse

Max Marshall

Тип: электронная книга

Жанр: Современные детективы

Язык: на английском языке

Издательство: Издательские решения

Дата публикации: 03.07.2024

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