A Quiet Decision – Chapter Five

A Quiet Decision – Chapter Five – The Last One Alex woke up earlier than usual. It wasn’t the sunlight through the curtains or a phone buzzing on his nightstand. It was a subtle tension in his body. Not dread. Not excitement. Just… a quiet awareness. He was padded again. Not soaked. Just lightly used. … Read more

A Quiet Decision – Chapter One

A Quiet Decision – Chapter One – The Pharmacy Visit The sliding doors of the pharmacy whispered open with a soft whoosh as Alex stepped inside, heart already pounding in his chest. The fluorescent lights overhead were too bright, too harsh, making the world feel both overexposed and strangely artificial. It smelled like antiseptic and … Read more