Coreopsis 29 a

Before Michael was to leave for his surgery, James insisted on a picnic. Juliah was scared to death that this wasn’t going to work.       The tension between Sarah and Orion was unbearable. James wanted at least one good day. Everyone gathered on the front lawn. Despite everything individual people were going through, theyContinue reading “Coreopsis 29 a”

Coreopsis 28 c

   David spoke, “we ruled an island nation called Selira. One-night pirates attacked. They burnt everything. They killed everyone. Kat’s last words to me were, ‘grab Sarah and run.’” He sobbed. “That’s what I did. I grabbed you and ran. We hid for days in the damp darkness of a cave. When the tide rolledContinue reading “Coreopsis 28 c”

Coreopsis 28 b

   “Sarah.” David called to her.    James and Orion were shocked at the state of the library.    She stood up from behind the book-covered desk.    David took two steps backwards when she locked eyes with him.     “There are two paintings hanging in your house, who are they?”    He took aContinue reading “Coreopsis 28 b”

Coreopsis 27 c

     Sarah was sitting under a willow tree in the warm sum. A familiar scent filled her nose. “Hello.” A bouquet of tulips was placed before her. “Thank you.”    Orion finally walked from behind the tree, sitting beside of her. He studied her face.     “How do you feel?”    “Weak.” She sighed.Continue reading “Coreopsis 27 c”

Coreopsis 26 b

   “Sarah!” Jack screamed, running toward her.    A manservant heard them and stepped into the hall.    Jack rolled her over onto her back, gentle brushing her hair out of her face. “Sarah.”     The manservant knelt beside of them.    Jack was trembling. “Sarah.”    She didn’t respond.    “Take her to herContinue reading “Coreopsis 26 b”

Coreopsis 26 a

Juliah was talking to Anna when there was a knock at her door. “Come.”  The door was opened, “Dr. Carter and Dr. Zabane what can I do for you?”     Sarah spoke, “Is there a place where we can sit and talk?”    “Yes this way.” She directed her attention to Anna. “That will beContinue reading “Coreopsis 26 a”