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Ethereal Bonds
In the heart of a quaint village, nestled between rolling hills and whispering trees, lived two souls destined to intertwine. Their tale, "Ethereal Bonds: Whispers of Love's Eternal Dance," began as a gentle breeze that carried the promise of something extraordinary.
By Charles Bernil2 years ago in Chapters
Prelude - The Mad King
King Jonathan was tall, his muscles sculpted into perfection effortlessly, with long brown hair that fell down his shoulders, and hazel eyes that could melt the hearts of almost every woman. He was seductive, intoxicating, and built like a sex deity.
By Hope Martin2 years ago in Chapters
The Battle
8 Michael woke-up gasping and rolled off the couch. Coughing and trying to steady his breathing he looked at his right wrist and saw four shallow crescent punctures in his skin. Looking around the living room he laughed at himself. Was he really expecting to see the open grave right there in the middle of the floor? Picking himself up off the floor he turned off the 6 o’ clock news and walked upstairs to get into the shower. Puzzled by the dream he was content that it was different, but confused as to the point of it. On top of all the emotions he was feeling, he was anxious to tell his dream to Joshua to find out what his opinion was.
By Stephanie Foreman2 years ago in Chapters
The Battle
5 When he was finished in town he drove home making one last stop at the liquor store a few blocks from the house. He used to drink when he was in college before going to the seminary, but stopped when he and Joanna started dating and he never continued. Since she passed he really hadn’t gave it much thought, until today. He bought a bottle of Jack Daniels and a six pack of Coca-Cola. He was emotionally exhausted and felt physically drained from accepting his past congregation’s sympathies of hugs and handshakes. He wanted to get drunk and forget. But if he called and cancelled his plans with Joshua that would be a “sign”. Besides he already promised. With his new necessities by his side he pulled into his driveway fighting the urge to start pouring a drink before putting the groceries away.
By Stephanie Foreman2 years ago in Chapters
The Battle
2 He awoke to the droll bantering of the newscasters talking about what movie star was arrested and all other nonsense that was not really news. Looking at the clock on the mantel he decided to get up and get something to eat. Though his appetite diminished a little more every day the nearer the anniversary day came, he figured he should at least force himself to eat. It was almost 9 o’ clock which meant Joshua would be calling to check on him. Even though he hated being checked on, he liked knowing that his best friend was thinking about him. It wasn’t like they would find him in the bathtub with his wrists slit, but Joshua would call anyway.
By Stephanie Foreman2 years ago in Chapters
War Baby
The first year of Maria’s life was as simple as a baby could expect. Ann, Maria’s mother sat on a mat watching her little lady stagger around the new surroundings that come with their camping teepee. Seeing that the tent had been freshly set up, there was no fire lit inside so Maria was safe and sound to wander freely. Ann smiled as she watched the little one stagger around the open space. She had grown so big, and she thought about the passing year.
By Sheila L. Chingwa2 years ago in Chapters
A Lasting Storm: Chapter 3
The future. It was filled with promise and hope for the three of them. Much to people's surprise, Jim was proving himself as a father. He spent as much time with his son as he could. The two were always together when Jim had any free time.
By Jason Ray Morton 2 years ago in Chapters
Balancing the Scales of Fortune
Brett Evans was known in the small town of Elmsworth as the quirky girl who lived in the peculiar old house at the end of Maple Street. Her mismatched socks, unruly chestnut hair, and penchant for talking to stray cats gave her a reputation of eccentricity. However, Brett had a secret: she had found a way to always win the lottery.
By Lawrence Lease2 years ago in Chapters
Desperation Is Clawed
When Moses finished his Master’s, he decided to move to Honolulu. Given the free trade agreement between Canada and the United States, the flexibility of his online job, Sophie’s fondness for Hawai'i, and his growing love for these Polynesian islands, he found it easy to realise his plan. He sold most of their furniture, bought an expensive notebook computer, and practically gave away all of his books, save those that he could fit into a sturdy suitcase and take with him to his promised land. But which books should he take? Which books were (are) indispensable? Which books should survive after his disappearance, after humanity’s downfall?
By Patrick M. Ohana2 years ago in Chapters
