A Second at Midnight

Tell a story about the unusual event that happens only for a second at midnight.

What happens every night at midnight that lasts only for a second? It could be magical, scary, amusing, or strange. Does someone know about it prior or stumble upon it unexpectedly? How does this one second affect the characters’ lives or the world around them? This prompt encourages you to create a riveting narrative within a mini time frame and deal with time-bound events that dramatically impact the storyline.

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