Question

Write an original short story beginning with the words: It was midnight and the doorbell rang...

Hint:

Start your story with suspense, build emotional tension in the middle, and conclude with a clear lesson or reflection.

Answer 1

It was midnight and the doorbell rang. The sudden sound broke the deep silence of the night. I was alone at home, preparing for my exams, when the unexpected ringing made my heart pound. At first, I ignored it, thinking someone might have pressed the wrong bell. But it rang again, longer this time.
Gathering courage, I walked slowly toward the door. The corridor seemed darker than usual. I peeped through the window and noticed a man standing outside, holding a small parcel. He looked tired and anxious. I hesitated but finally asked who he was. He replied that he was a delivery agent and that the parcel was urgent.
Confused, I told him that no one had ordered anything. He checked the address again and realized he had mistakenly come to the wrong house. Just as he was about to leave, his bike refused to start. It was raining lightly, and he looked helpless.
I felt sorry for him and offered him some water. I also allowed him to wait under the porch until the rain stopped. After some time, he managed to fix his bike and thanked me sincerely before leaving.
When I went back inside, I reflected on how fear often clouds our judgment. The midnight doorbell, which had frightened me at first, turned out to be a simple misunderstanding. That night, I learned that kindness should never be delayed by fear.