Like smooth tarantula legs, I feel the tiny hand on my shoulder. Green eyes glow in the red light, 11:30
Mommy, I’m thirsty.
Okay, sweetie. Just this once.
Blonde headed goblin hydrated and tucked in, I climb back into an impossible dream of quietly reading, mimosa in hand.
I feel the cold touch on my shoulder, groan at the blinding red 3:30.
Sweetie, it’s too early. Go back to bed.
A shrill scream echoes from down the hall.
Mommy!
A gravelly whisper in my ear rips my heart and soul.
I’m thirsty.
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About the Creator
Sean A.
A happy guy that tends to write a little cynically. Just my way of dealing with the world outside my joyous little bubble.
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If You Love Me, You'll Do It
I met Jason when I was five years old. I could say that I loved him from the moment I saw him. He was so handsome to me and I felt in awe by his presence. When they introduced him as the new kid in school, I wanted to be his friend right away. I remember it like it was yesterday. I remember his smile and how he didn't seem shy. He appeared confident and ready to learn. I waved at him and said "hello," before anyone else could even say a word. He sat next to me, and I asked him if he wanted to be friends. He looked so happy as he said, "Yes!"
By Sidney Smith (Sid Smith)7 days ago in Fiction
Comments (9)
Eerie!
Nice one!
Ohhh creepy and well-written! I like it!
well written
Brilliantly done, Shaun! Sounds quite horrific! I don’t have kids but hope to someday and the being awoken in the night part is actually the thing I’m probably dreading most…
BRAH. I don't need a reason to auto-dropkick my kid if he comes in for a drink at night XD, jk jk. In all seriousness, this was a twist and a half, and gave me literal chills. Well done!
Funny. I remember those days well!
Hahahahahahahaha that was so chilling and I freaking loved it!
Bloody good!