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TWENTY FIVE

Auteur: C.E.AIHES
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SHADOWS BEHIND CLOSED DOORS

ARSON

A part of me bled to believe Simon. The other part couldn’t help but wonder. Did he just say all that to make me feel at ease? Or did he really mean it?

I paced back and forth in my room when the door creaked open.

It was my father.

“I got an invite from the Reverend at the parish for supper. It’s to officially welcome the new priest.” He said, pinching the bridge of his nose. My face changed to a scowl immediately. I almost said no. The idea of sitting at the same time with that man didn’t sit right with me.

I opened my mouth to speak, but he gave me the “just do it look.” And I didn’t feel like starting a fight. I just nodded, causing him to smile.

He had been more cheerful of late. Maybe because I no longer hang out with Felix and Ethan.

I brushed the thoughts off, preparing for a suffocating supper. At least I get to see Simon.

As expected, the air was intense, the meal was stiff. The buildings felt like it was closing in heavily. At the
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  • IN THE NAME OF SIN    THE FIRE I CAN’T PUT OUT.

    SIMON “Simon, you’re here finally. I thought you'd never show up.” Sister Marianne joked. I could only smile. My body and spirit was weak. The only reason I’m here is because we’re hosting the Banquet. I didn’t want to bump into Arson, not after what I’d said to him. It’s been over a week and there was no Arson at my window trying to call me at night, no one sneaking around the church just to see me. Maybe he finally realized that we would never work. The banquet hall was heavily designed like heaven—but felt like hell. The golden chandeliers dangling above the table, the light flickering like halo above sinners heads. Everyone was in Awe. Some stared for too long, but it was understandable. The last time we had such an event was eight years ago, when Father John came to Edevane for the first time. Everyone smiled too wide, spoke too loud and praised too easily.I always prayed against such events happening—I hated the attention it came with. Everyone’s eyes were on me. One slip

  • IN THE NAME OF SIN    TWENTY FIVE

    SHADOWS BEHIND CLOSED DOORSARSON A part of me bled to believe Simon. The other part couldn’t help but wonder. Did he just say all that to make me feel at ease? Or did he really mean it? I paced back and forth in my room when the door creaked open. It was my father. “I got an invite from the Reverend at the parish for supper. It’s to officially welcome the new priest.” He said, pinching the bridge of his nose. My face changed to a scowl immediately. I almost said no. The idea of sitting at the same time with that man didn’t sit right with me. I opened my mouth to speak, but he gave me the “just do it look.” And I didn’t feel like starting a fight. I just nodded, causing him to smile. He had been more cheerful of late. Maybe because I no longer hang out with Felix and Ethan. I brushed the thoughts off, preparing for a suffocating supper. At least I get to see Simon. As expected, the air was intense, the meal was stiff. The buildings felt like it was closing in heavily. At the

  • IN THE NAME OF SIN    TWENTY FOUR

    THE HAND THAT BURNS SIMON I walked out of my room, leaving Arson behind. I couldn’t afford to turn back. Just one glance at him, and I would have said it all. The room was dimly lit, and the faint glow of the candlelight filled with whispered prayers. I took my seat, facing the Altar. Father Cadwell sat back, watching Father John preach.“Obedience.” His voice thundered throughout the Church. My knees weakened. I thought I was better. “Obedience is a mark of true devotion to God.” He smiled. His eyes scanned the church looking for me, till his eyes landed on me. He smiled at me. The same smile from that night. Small enough for anyone to notice, but I noticed. My chest rose, panic spreading throughout my body. I dug my nails into my palm, deep enough to cause pain and distract me from the service. I endured till it was over, constantly distracting myself. I tried to leave but he blocked me. His eyes lingered on me longer than usual. “You’ve always been obedient, I hope you don’

  • IN THE NAME OF SIN    TWENTY THREE

    ARSON SIMON Shortly after, we both parted ways. If we were seen together, things could get worse. I waited at the back of the church till the service was over. I went straight to my room, ignoring the parishioners. Father Cadwell won’t attempt to hit me, not when we have a guest over. I stayed in my room the entire day after the service. The walls were not comforting, at least they were mine. There was no Father John to taunt me and no one to look at me with that knowing gaze. I curled myself up in my bed. My eyes lingered longer than usual on the Ceiling until they became blurry. The faint sound of children laughing outside, the faded echoes of footsteps, bells chiming. Each time I closed my eyes, I was there again. Standing helplessly, his hands gripping the back of my neck, his breath fanning my cheeks as he whispered. “You were born in sin Simon, but I will cleanse you of that sin.” I turned my face burying it into the pillow, trying to shake off the memory. A

  • IN THE NAME OF SIN    TWENTY TWO

    PANIC SIMON The morning sun was harsh, flashing directly into my eyes. I squinted my eyes as I got up. It was Sunday, a day I would have looked forward to, if he weren’t around. The air smelled different since he arrived. The incense smelled the same, and the choir hymns sounded the same, but something was different. It was him. His presence was like incense, curling into every corner of the room, suffocating me even when he wasn’t there. I walked to the mirror, staring at my reflection. I told myself I wouldn’t let this bother me. The boy he had once cornered was the person I had grown to be. Even tho I wasn’t raised with love, I wasn’t going to let his Presence get to me. I repeated it continuously. I hurriedly freshened up and went down for service. Everybody was present including him. My body betrayed me the moment I saw him. I straightened my collar, forcing my trembling hands to be still.“Are you okay?” One of the altar boys whispered. “You look pale” “I am fine.” I forc

  • IN THE NAME OF SIN    TWENTY ONE

    HIDDEN SHADOWS SIMON The air in the rectory was thick. I woke up to the scraping of chairs, and the sisters shouting commands. Maybe something was happening. I freshened up and hurried downstairs to help. The air shifted the moment I walked down. The sisters whispered amongst themselves, wringing their hands and darting their eyes to the heavy doors, which made me know this was more than just a guest. Father Cadwell stood straight, his face tighter than usual. He didn't even acknowledge my presence. I walked away, helping the sisters to sweep the church. I was sweeping the chapel when the heavy door opened, letting in a gush of wind and a voice I dreaded to hear. My heart sank the moment he walked in. “Simon” his voice was deep and smooth. “You’ve grown,” he smirked. The broom slipped out of my hands, and my chest tightened. My heart was beating so violently that I felt the whole cathedral could hear it. I felt bile rising to my throat, and I tried to maintain my usual face.

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