Mommy Knows Best – Chapter Twelve – The Tightening Net

Mommy Knows Best – Chapter Twelve – The Tightening Net Morning arrived slowly, a soft light pressing through the sheer curtains in their bedroom, painting everything in pale gold. The scent of fresh coffee drifted faintly through the air, mixed with the warm, comforting aroma of cinnamon toast that Samantha had already put in the … Read more

Summer of Soft Sunshine – Chapter Eight

Summer of Soft Sunshine – Chapter Eight – Planning the Summer Trip The morning sunlight spilled softly across my bed, brushing over my face and making me squint against the brightness. My plush, still clutched tightly in my arms, smelled faintly of yesterday’s sun and the soft, worn fabric I had carried everywhere. The warmth … Read more

The Perfect Product – Chapter One

The Perfect Product – Chapter One – The Opportunity Daniel shifted the stack of unopened envelopes on his kitchen counter, the pile leaning precariously toward the floor. He didn’t have to open them to know what they contained: utility bills stamped overdue, his landlord’s thinly veiled threats about “next steps,” and a handful of collection … Read more

The Velvet Cradle of Everwood – Chapter Nineteen

The Velvet Cradle of Everwood – Chapter Nineteen – A Gentle Afternoon of Trust The soft hum of the portal’s magic still lingered in Evan’s ears as he stepped into the familiar, warm air of the caretaker’s home. It was mid-afternoon, and the sunlight streamed through the wide windows, casting gentle golden pools on the … Read more