Stand Very Still

In love, only the strong survive...

GlitterGirl28 swiped right when she should have swiped left. When she rejects NeedUrLuv29, she finds that her date has only just begun. NeedUrLuv29 engages GlitterGirl28 in a fight to the death. In this lethal battle of the sexes, the night city becomes a game board. GlitterGirl28 and NeedUrLuv29 each have pistols with thirteen bullets. For the date to end, GlitterGirl28 must walk home safely one street at a time without being killed. NeedUrLuv29 promises her that this will be one date they will never forget. He has no idea how right he is.

Inspired by the short story "The Most Dangerous Game" by Richard Connell, this short novelette applies a similar premise to the world of dating apps.