Boston made a point of walking Luliana home every night. He was plucking up the courage to ask her on a date or prom. At least, this is what Luliana played over in her mind. Boston would stop her, take her boba tea, placing it on a nearby wall. He would take her hands inContinue reading “Luliana: An Imperfect First”
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Daciana: Sobering
Daciana wanted to crawl into bed. Sink into the comfort of her soft mattress, the blankets pulled around. She imagined the darkness of the room swallowing her. The effect of the alien blood waned over the hours it took to travel home. In her short life, she had known hunger, an unsatisfied feeling that hisContinue reading “Daciana: Sobering”
Daciana: Teenage Vampire
Leticia slammed her book. It left her hand with such force as to draw the attention of Casimir. It silenced his conversation with Patrick. The vampire tutor was stepping back from his teachings. He remained incapable of forcing Daciana to leave her family. Or the freedom she believed staying offered. Daciana could feed on herContinue reading “Daciana: Teenage Vampire”
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”
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”
Milly: Contractions
TW: Milly’s Story contains Coercive Behaviour Hunter’s voice slurred as he cursed the driver, slamming the door. He stumbled up the stairs to the front door. His legs were unsteady with celebratory alcohol. Securing a contract to perform at a high-end club was a step towards his musical dreams. He swung open the door, expectingContinue reading “Milly: Contractions”
Milly: Clueless
TW: Milly’s Story contains Coercive Behaviour Hunter paid the contractor what remained of her inheritance. The work extended their home to accommodate a third bedroom. Milly had stopped objecting to his usage of her money since they created a joint account. Whatever she possessed became his when they moved in together. Hunter took a tighterContinue reading “Milly: Clueless”
By the Grace of Sim Gods 