Summary

The web content is a narrative about overcoming challenges, using a metaphorical journey through a dark hallway to illustrate that success is achievable with perseverance.

Abstract

The story, set in a futuristic year, follows two characters, Fish and an unnamed character, as they navigate a dark hallway representing life's obstacles. The characters' interaction and progress towards the light symbolize the journey toward achieving goals, regardless of the perceived difficulty of the path. The narrative emphasizes personal growth, resilience, and the joy of creation, with the author, Kaori Mitsui, drawing a parallel between the characters' success and her own satisfaction from writing the story. The article concludes with a call to acknowledge and celebrate small victories, suggesting that the author should reward herself for completing the story.

Opinions

The author believes in the power of perseverance and the personal definition of success, suggesting that each individual can overcome their own dark hallways.
The story conveys the idea that the journey towards one's goals, whether deemed easy or hard, is a personal triumph and a reason for self-congratulation.
The characters' conversation implies that creativity and storytelling are rewarding experiences that contribute to personal fulfillment.
The author seems to advocate for self-recognition and the importance of celebrating one's achievements, even if it's through a fictional narrative.
There is an underlying message that support and encouragement, even from a fictional character, can be meaningful and motivational.

Why Are You in the Dark Hallway?

Find the light

Once upon a time, when it was … the year 2555.

Anyways, what are you two doing?

It’s pretty dark out there.

Fish: That’s why we are walking down the hallway.

Where is the hallway?

Fish: I don’t know.

Fish: Shhhhhh… We need to sneak out here quietly.

Walking toward the light, okay.

Two of them looked at the side camera (left), then looked ahead (right)

Must be a long hallway.

Or is it some kind of maze?

No response from the Fish.

Right. We are anonymous, need to keep it quiet.

Wishing for them to come out safely.

They are almost out of the darkness.

Good job.

Keep going.

Less than 15 meters.

There you are.

Didn’t know you’ve got the beautiful golden coat.

So fluffy!

Fish: I know.

So, why are you on its head?

Fish: So I don’t have to walk.

Fish: It’s warmer than cold water. And now the Sun is just out there.

So, why are you there, in a long dark hallway?

Fish: Ok. Let me explain it. The author wants us to be here.

Fish: It is a metaphor to represent no matter what you do, where you are, you can come out of the darkness. There is no such thing other people define as easy or hard way. You aim for your goals. That’s all. Create and write.

Oh, I see.

Fish: Most important of all, she enjoys creating us. And she created a story. That’s one goal of the day she achieved.

She has to reward herself then.

Fish: I guess so. I would give her many claps.

That will be from a fake account then. That’s not good.

Fish: Right. I hope she gets herself a big reward.

I hope so.

All images except the feature image in this article were created by the author, Kaori Mitsui. Thanks for reading!

The author writes about humorous stories, writing life, what she learned from others and through online materials, tech (3D, AI), etc. Find her recent articles here.