Daciana: Spiced Blood

Daciana breathed slow and controlled. She focused on the girl with the black halo of springy curls. Her natural, earthy skin tone complemented eyes of the same hue. When she smiled, her face glowed. Her eyes sparkled, and perfect white teeth sat as pearls against her darkness. If Daciana dreamed of the perfect woman, ZinniaContinue reading “Daciana: Spiced Blood”

Milly: The Gift

TW: Milly’s Story contains Coercive Behaviour The boxes remained, robust green squares adorned with vibrant red tied in bows. They beckoned the inquisitive minds of James and Selena. Both hesitated to eat. The tempting, delicious food did little to please their curiosity. Hunter laid the law as he did with everything, and the presents remainedContinue reading “Milly: The Gift”

Milly: Approved Visit

TW: Milly’s Story contains Coercive Behaviour Hunter despised outside interference. He was reluctant to invite Eliza and Scarlett. Their presence was a most unwelcome experience. Their remarks were sharp, expressing their sense of distance from Milly. She was his wife, and they belonged together. He would not have her family trying to break his happyContinue reading “Milly: Approved Visit”

Milly: First Day

TW: Milly’s Story contains Coercive Behaviour The two cribs resided in the smaller room. It took away space from Selena and left her to suffer restless nights. The room was narrow, with a large window at one end, bookmarked by a crib and bed. Nadia slept beside her brother further from the window, quiet andContinue reading “Milly: First Day”

Milly: Aiden and Nadia

TW: Milly’s Story contains Coercive Behaviour Aiden screamed, announcing his presence in the world. Liberated from the womb, Aiden expressed joy at the newfound freedom. He stretched, wriggled fingers, and curled toes. Two days after his birth, Milly pondered the mischief her son might embark upon as he developed and grew. A restless nature broughtContinue reading “Milly: Aiden and Nadia”

Charlotte: Acknowledgement

Caleb reached his arm across the bed. The embroidered bedsheet, neat and taut, marked where his wife should lie. Caleb felt the cold space, concerned for her absence. In the other rooms, he could distinguish four separate heartbeats. They drummed together like a percussion ensemble. Their gentle breathing is a whispered song of hope forContinue reading “Charlotte: Acknowledgement”

Vampires Vatore: Lost Thoughts

Aurora ran into the house, a hello failing to stop her as strong legs took two steps at a time. Her feet stomped along the landing, and a door slammed shut. After a moment, it opened; Aurora yelled an apology, and the door closed. Aurora booted up the console, eager to squeeze an online adventureContinue reading “Vampires Vatore: Lost Thoughts”

Daciana: Handsome Drink

Casimir had followed her that night and watched as she took control of the girl in the toilets. Dacina impressed him with how she handled the situation. There were concerns over the amount of blood coming from Daciana’s victims. His initial thoughts pursued the idea Daciana was a sloppy drinker. On further investigation with aContinue reading “Daciana: Handsome Drink”

Daciana: Hunting

It was the lioness in the long grass watching gazelles grazing. The patience of knowing when to strike and when to back down. Slow movements, her body at one with the space surrounding her. Daciana observed the dancing humans. Her gazelles on the glass dancefloor, oblivious to their place on the menu. Her nature, likeContinue reading “Daciana: Hunting”

Milly: Divided By Five

TW: Milly’s Story contains Coercive Behaviour Milly woke to a gushing between her legs. Her waters had broken, and she was completely soaked. A dull ache in her lower back could be the sofa, but Milly knew better. A foul taste in her mouth reminded her how Hunter celebrated. His voice beckoned upstairs, a groaningContinue reading “Milly: Divided By Five”