Milly: Pregnancy Control

TW: Milly’s Story contains Coercive Behaviour She felt queasy. The rumbling stomach came soon after the wedding. Her breasts were sore, and she whimpered when Hunter pawed. He bore no sympathy, blaming her attractive appearance for his insatiable desire. In his opinion, Milly remained naïve of the effect she had on men. She blamed herselfContinue reading “Milly: Pregnancy Control”

Eliza: Paw-Print Heart

Eliza tapped with furious intention, worrying Scarlett. She could hear the keyboard clacking and the annoyed huffs coming from her wife. They were awaiting the animal adoption agency’s arrival. Two gorgeous kittens would arrive to lay claim to their home. Scarlett feared they would change their mind and return the cat to the shelter. ElizaContinue reading “Eliza: Paw-Print Heart”

Charlotte: One Step at a Time

Admitting these feelings have been present since a young age was a step toward healing. Charlotte slept for days after they met with Oliver. She failed to complete the initial tasks of getting up and dressed. It sounded simple, something done by millions of people. The weight of existence held Charlotte down. Pain flickered throughContinue reading “Charlotte: One Step at a Time”

Charlotte: The Doctor

Caleb sat with Charlotte, who looked like she was waiting for the gallows. Her skin paled further. A steady open and close of blue eyes. A glossy film covered them resembling the dam at breaking point. The jaw hung loose, with lips parted and a shallow, unnecessary breath. She snuggled close to Caleb, trying toContinue reading “Charlotte: The Doctor”

Charlotte: Help!

Caleb found her, still soaked but now in the living room. She was huddled on a throne chair. Part of him wanted to yell, to demand she pulled herself together. But something felt different. He knelt as her side, surprised when a soft voice opened to him. Charlotte yelled, the twins tearing her in twoContinue reading “Charlotte: Help!”

Charlotte: Bath time

Caleb found Charlotte curled up on the bathroom floor. On his way, he found chaos, paints splashed on the wood floor and rugs. He cringed, glancing at the kitchen filled with plates of half-eaten food. Two toddlers giggled, wandering naked on the landing. The child at peace was Damien, sleeping in his crib. Caleb followedContinue reading “Charlotte: Bath time”

Charlotte: The Vampire Infant

The weight of her body grew heavier with each step closer to the screaming infant. She could hear the dark wood creek under her weight as her heel clicked the stairs. Her hand grabbed the stiff rail, forcing herself to face what she long avoided. Charlotte wanted to scream, to let herself fall into aContinue reading “Charlotte: The Vampire Infant”

Charlotte: The Façade

Caleb had run out of sympathy, and they were low on funds. Since Charlotte was unable to work, Caleb took work with the Ministry. Juliana and Lilith stepped in to assist with caring for the children. It was difficult for them to juggle city lives and trips to Forgotten Hallow. The choice remaining was toContinue reading “Charlotte: The Façade”

Daciana: The Girl

Daciana believed if she asked someone, “Can I drink from you?” they would reject her. It seemed an unusual request. How would it work? Did the human hold out their wrist or tilt their head in a very public offering? She needed to know how the things Casimir taught echoed the real world. Daciana settledContinue reading “Daciana: The Girl”

Daciana: The Power to Leave

From the other side of her cell door, the sweet songbird voice of her blonde sister irritated Daciana. Luliana pretended she understood. She wished Daciana could hang out by the pool with her and their friends. It was hard explaining Daciana was ill and could not play with them. The door swung open, and DacianaContinue reading “Daciana: The Power to Leave”