The three of them moved to the bed, clutching to each other. Kailee began to cry, the smell of the heavy smoke and the sound of flames licking up walls to reach them couldn’t be drowned out. Even as her mother tried to sing her a lullaby, and her father continued to wave fresh air into the room.
The air was damp and cool as Awyn moved through the meadow. Like many other mornings, he paused by the river to take a moment to breathe and let the negative energies wash away with the current. He rose from the riverside, before moving on … Continue reading Where it Begins
The wind was cool in the night as the mist around the lake clung to her cloak. Her breath came out as a fog, and the dirt rustled under her bare feet. The lake was a mysterious place at night, said to bring one to … Continue reading Young and Hungry
The two were locked in an intense fist-fight, the sound of blows echoing off the stone walls. There was barely any light illuminating them, and one threw a punch which swung over the other’s head. As soon as he missed, his eyes widened as the … Continue reading Keep Me Safe
The bar was nearly empty, which was unusual for a weekend. The few customers inside were stuck exclusively to their respective barstools, the dance floor empty and music turned down at the request of one of the patrons. Behind the bar, Maisie was washing glasses … Continue reading More Than a Pretty Face
The party was loud, you couldn’t hear yourself think and were almost forced to get lost in the bass filling the space. People draped themselves on top of each other, holding drinks and shouting at each other over the music. The girls sat in the … Continue reading I’m So Afraid
The pair had been sitting together for a while. The room was quiet, the only sounds were their breathing and the soft hum of a fan in the corner keeping them cool. The smaller boy gazed down at his hands, shaking slightly as the older … Continue reading Fight For You
The girl shrieked as they tore off her hat, her long hair falling past her shoulders. She was forced to the ground, a rough rope tying her wrists as footsteps moved closer to her. The deck creaked, the ocean pushing against the ship as sailors … Continue reading Curse of the Sea
It was a good day for the young reporter. Quiet, peaceful, the newsroom was filled with typing keys and scribbling pens. Until her phone buzzed, and she saw a text message from a number she recognized all too well. She picked up her phone, choosing … Continue reading Love Me Anyways
The room was filled with noise and people, women in full ballgowns danced with soldiers in decorative uniform. Bright colours and spinning light brought the room to life, as the music swelled and the doors at the top of the balcony opened. The princess stood … Continue reading As You Wish
