The Uncanny Games

--Whistling sounds from somewhere nearby, and I jump. The sound of squishing brings my attention back to the uncanny man. His fingers are in the corners of his mouth, pulling his lips back into a smile. He pulls his fingers back further and further until his mouth reaches his ears.

Then, without moving his mouth, his speaks to me. "Do you like my smile?"

I don't reply for a moment, unable to move. I grip the knife in my sleeve, hands sweating. "Too many teeth, I think." I reply. I can't get my legs to work, and realise that out of fight or fight, my body chooses freeze.

His smile drops, mouth disappearing. Did I offend him?--

After her bus ride through the desert is hijacked by uncanny (not) humans, Ariane finds herself fighting for her life in a series of games.

Ragtag team of fighters by her side, she vows to clear the games and go home.

--unedited for now, but i will fix it.--