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The Grey Omelette

"What is THAT??" Sabre-X’s jaw dropped in disbelief at the sight in front of him.

by maddie_bangz
Gelert Rivals

Tandrak was not happy. For almost two decades he had held a very specific role, not only on Team Darigan, but among all the Yooyuball athletes who participated in the Altador Cup every year.

by sima232005
Lords, Kings, and Other Mysteries

As Neopia's leaders assemble, an unlikely friendship forms.

by slothgirl
Fui's Hospital Shift

Fui was walking along the streets of Neopia Central, looking at the near-empty shops and dull appearance that seemed to cloud the atmosphere.

by endisnigh
The Switchboard Operator

After working the switchboard for nearly 22 years, Liza could do this job in her sleep. The Toy Lupe had replaced the original switchboard operator, Carl, and has been the only operator ever since.

by mama357
 
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"The Switchboard Operator" by mama357
“Thank you for calling Neohomes Real Estate Management Company, how may I direct your call?” “Transferring, thank you for calling.” “Thank you for calling Neohomes Real Estate Management Company, how may I direct your call?” “Transferring, thank you for calling.” After working the switchboard for nearly 22 years, Liza could do this job in her sleep. The Toy Lupe had replaced the original switchboard operator, Carl, and has been the only operator ever since. Any Neopian who has purchased a home has, at one point or another, spoken with Liza: something she was fiercely proud of. She was the voice of the Neohomes Real Estate Management Company. The first pet anyone who wanted to purchase a Neohome spoke with. “Thank you for calling Neohomes Real Estate Management Company, how may I direct your call?” “Transferring, thank you for calling.” Sometimes, Liza would daydream about what it would be like to retire. She could buy a Neohome of her own. Maybe on Kiko Lake. A beautiful log cabin...




Other Stories


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Breaking News: Greyed Brightvale Under Siege!
The Kingdom of Brightvale, renowned for its dedication to peace and learning, has been plunged into chaos as dark purple creatures, known as Voidlings, launch an unprecedented assault.

by justin_967

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Petpet Cannonball – A Guide to Firing Petpets
Ahoy there m’hearties and welcome to my guide to Petpet Cannonball. The only game where you can fire Petpets from a cannon and not get into trouble with the PPL!

by becky142

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The Other Side
She attempted to recreate that fateful day but she didn’t even know what the original trigger was. Was it a switch? A time of day? A magic word?

by surging

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A Hero's Journey: Squire
Jeran smiled as he and Rohane walked into a hallway full of portraits of knights long since immortalised into Meridell’s legends.

by precious_katuch14

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Anatomy Class
Between shifts, Nurse Glee teaches some nursing classes to the volunteering Neopians!

by prulletje1852

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To the Tune: Bad Fur Day
If you say so!

by xstarfrost



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