Chapter 25 Since the queen mother had returned, Kessa was able to make good on her promise of dinner. They were given free rein of the house. Kessa’s home was their home. Every day he found more out about this woman. How amazing she was. He found himself in a small study. It reminded himContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
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Once there was Darkness
Chapter 21 Part 1 Kol went to the top of the palace. From this spot, he could see far in every direction. Up here, a breeze was always blowing. The gentle breeze along with the humming of the waves weakened his defenses. He fell asleep. He was walking on the beach. “Will you allow meContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
Once there was Darkness
Chapter 18 Another sleepless night, Kol lit a candle. All he wanted was to kiss Kessa. A real kiss. He had worked up his resolve. ‘Tonight.’ It was Max that answered the call. “Max?” He bowed his head, “Kessa has gone to the mountain..” Kol cut him off, “yes, to learn new ways to preserveContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
Testimony Tuesday
Our prayer group does this thing we call ‘Testimony Tuesday’. You can share. Or not. This was one of my testimonies. I freaked out a little. I’m a year older. My body isn’t in great shape; inside or out. I’m single, no children. Who’s going to take care of me as I age? Or helpContinue reading “Testimony Tuesday”
Once there was Darkness
Chapter 17 Part 3 “We have two soldiers out there.” Frego sighed. “Why?” “One of them is the man that grabbed your hand.” Kessa answered. Kol walked away. He was in the library when Kessa knocked. “Are you okay, my king?” He started pacing, still upset. “Why did you show me that?” “You know meContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
Lead Me.
Dear Lord, I’m standing in the middle of life. Lead me. Which way do I go? Lead me. Will I have enough money when I’m bent and broken? Lead me. Do you have a new job for me? Lead me. Is there a relationship in my future? Lead me. Shall I stay where I am?Continue reading “Lead Me.”
Once there was Darkness
Chapter 17 Part 2 They finished their meal in silence. Once they were done, spoons down; Max and Frego walked toward them. Max spoke. “Everyone has had their fill and we have food left.” Frego continued, “the temple doesn’t need it.” Kessa smiled, “let’s take it to the wall.” As she stood, she said toContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
Once there was Darkness
Chapter 17 Part 1 Kol and General Marcus finished military accounts. Kohl’s head was hurting. The sound of Marcus’s voice felt like a dart through his brain. Marcus tugged at his belt sighing, “another good days work.” Kol gave him a questioning glance. “No one has been killed today.” Kol nodded in agreement. With hisContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
Once there was Darkness
Chapter 16 Part 1 Kol absent mindedly walked through the palace. His fingers rubbing the medallion. He hadn’t gotten the chance to talk to Kessa anymore about the dreams that upset him. She wasn’t right. He worried about her. How stupid was he? He also needed to explore the unexpected kiss. How could he beContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
Once there was Darkness
Dreams Part 2 He broke the silence, “I’m asking the hard questions today.” “There’s nothing wrong with the asking. Sometimes there are no answers or easy ones for that matter.” They continued working. She prayed he would leave after they finished this row. But he didn’t. The bell rang alerting everyone the sun was setting.Continue reading “Once there was Darkness”
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