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Once there was Darkness

Sandstorm Part 4 “Thank you my son.” “Forgive me sire. I meant no disrespect.” “Forgiven this time. No, we will not go check.” “We could be here all night.” She said with panic in her voice. “God will let us know when it is time to leave.” She sat back down. Frego fell asleep. RajafContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”

Once there was Darkness

Sandstorm Part 3 Once everyone was inside the shelter, the screaming stopped. Rajaf and Frego started tending to the wounded. As the wind ripped through the city, several people started praying to heathen gods. “That stops now. You are in my city and you will pray to our God or you will not pray atContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”

Teal Twig

Growing up I remember watching Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom with Marlin Perkins and The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau. My best friend and I (mostly her. I was playing with the dogs.) were painting tomato cages in the back yard. When inspiration struck. Teal Twig “Here we are folks, in the wilds of theContinue reading “Teal Twig”

Once there was Darkness

Sandstorm Part 2 Another explosion. “Two days on horseback.” This time the message came to her. She repeated the message. “The city can see it.” Two rings from the bell. The storm in the distance was a dark cloud on the ground destroying everything in its path. Another explosion, bigger than the last. “Wow!” KessaContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”

Once there was Darkness

Sandstorm Part 1 As they were eating dinner, Beth appeared at the door. “Everyone should come outside.” They all went outside. Beth pointed toward the Forest of Shadows, a storm was brewing. As they watched, the storm grew. “A sand storm,” Kessa gasped. She walked over to a strange board that was standing chest highContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”

Once there was Darkness

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”

Once there was Darkness

Walking to dinner Max was waiting on Kol when he stepped from his chambers. He bowed his head, “my king.” Kol was stunned, “Max?” “I’m to walk you to dinner.” “Is there something I should know?” “I’m unsure. My king, I was given instructions to have Asher accompany your mother. Violet with Frego and LukeContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”

Once there was Darkness

Chapter 24 Kol actually went to bed light hearted. This day (for the most part) had been pleasant. Frego, Violet, Max, Kessa, and he had gone fishing. Frego was having fun. Kessa had recovered. It was a good day. Maybe tonight he wouldn’t dream? ‘Please Lord, no dreams.’ He was in the palace garden. TheContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”

Once there was Darkness

Chapter 23 Kol was just standing in the middle of his chamber. “My king?” He wanted to say a million different things. But nothing came out. Each thought was fighting for supreme rule. He slowly moved his head toward her. His movements were of someone in great pain. She smiled, taking his hand. He wouldContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”