Chapter 7 As the king lay down, he knew it was pointless. Another sleepless night. Exhaustion overtook him as images of times past filled his mind; he was standing outside. At his feet, a pair of black shinny boots hit the ground hard. Dust bellowed up from every direction. His young son was placed inContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
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Once there was Darkness
Chapter 6 Today was a special day. Once a year the two suns of Laypa were out at the same time. This made for a hot day indeed. Those who worshiped God spent as much time as they could in the glow of the two suns. It wasn’t a test to see how long youContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
Once there was Darkness
Chapter 5 Rajaf was sitting at his table working when there came a knock at the door. With his back bent, he shuffled to the door to answer it. Shocked rippled through his body when he did, for there stood Kol. “My king, come in.” The old man smiled allowing his king in. Kol wasContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
Once there was Darkness
Chapter 4 Part 2 He looked confused, “you say I have?” “Perhaps God needed you to be ready?” There was a knock at the door; a lady entered carrying a tray overflowing with bread, cheese and wine. Kessa nodded at her. In a moment, she returned with a container of water, bowed and left. “ReadyContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
Once there was Darkness
Chapter 4 Part 1 ‘Here we go again’, he told himself as he lay down. Kol tossed and turned. As he lay in the bed trying to sleep, he dreamt about the Battle of Youn-der. She had been there. He saw a black suit, the white that was her hair, but nothing more of her.Continue reading “Once there was Darkness”
A town called Mercy
Our pray group does “Monday School” lessons instead of Sunday School. When I was asked to write these, I had to do a tall lot of praying. 1. Because I’m still young in the faith. My knowledge base isn’t very deep. 2. I don’t want to say the wrong things to actually kill someone curiosityContinue reading “A town called Mercy”
Once there was Darkness
Chapter 2 What was worse; the lack of sleep or dreaming? At this point Kol dreaded sleep. Sleep meant dreams. His body needed sleep. His mind didn’t need to dream. When the dream started there were no images, only voices. “My king, I would like to develop a way for you and the Bejhar toContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
Once there was Darkness
Chapter 1 Part 2 “Who is the leader of the Bejhar?” Frego’s eyes got large and round. He looked at Max, whose face was reflecting his own expression. “Dad, you can’t be serious?” “Why can’t I?” “I find it hard to believe.” “Believe and answer.” “You’ve met a thousand times, at least.” “That’s twice I’veContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
Once there was Darkness
Introduction Once there was Darkness is a story that I have been working on for a long time. My journey to Christianity has been a roller coaster. I tried to pepper this story with Bible verses and religious vibes to help me along my path. I’m only going to post small sections at a timeContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
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