A Quiet Decision – Chapter Thirteen

A Quiet Decision – Chapter Thirteen – Building Quiet Confidence The morning light filtered softly through the curtains, casting a warm, gentle glow across Alex’s bedroom. He stirred slowly under the blanket, not in a rush to get up, just savoring the quiet stillness that wrapped around him like a cocoon. He lay there for … Read more

Summer of Soft Sunshine – Chapter Fourteen

Summer of Soft Sunshine – Chapter Fourteen – Aquarium & City Day The first rays of morning sunlight crept through the edges of the hotel curtains, casting a warm, gentle glow across the room. Alex stirred beneath the covers, his body heavy and groggy, and a sudden, wet warmth between his legs confirmed what he … Read more

Summer of Soft Sunshine – Chapter Three

Summer of Soft Sunshine – Chapter Three – Ice Cream & Tiny Mishaps The air smelled like salt and sugar. That was my first impression when we stepped onto the boardwalk. The tang of the sea rolled in on the breeze, mixing with the buttery scent of popcorn, fried dough, and something sweet I couldn’t … Read more

Summer of Soft Sunshine – Chapter Two

Summer of Soft Sunshine – Chapter Two – Poolside Giggles The pool shimmered like a giant blue mirror under the late afternoon sun. After the beach day, I thought I’d be used to the warmth, the brightness, the steady hum of summer, but stepping out into Samantha’s backyard felt different. The sand and salt air … Read more