Reliable Novels & Stories

The weight of unsaid words and concealed facts hovered in the air like a storm cloud preparing to release its wrath. "Selene," Gabriel repeated, his voice now laced with a combination of skepticism and awareness. "Is it really you?" Selene nodded, tears welling up in her eyes. "Yes, Gabriel, it's me. I've spent my whole life hunting for you." A tense hush crept over the area as the pack members, including Isabella, watched the reunion occur. It was a vulnerable moment, one that had the capacity to transform the dynamics of the pack and the fates of those involved.

Think, Ava, think. I started a mini panic. Then I forced myself to stay composed, offering what I hoped was a convincing smile. “Well… Nathaniel is very, um…” I stole a glance at him. “…dependable.” The room went of silent for some seconds. Mr. Hargrave raised an eyebrow. “Dependable?” I nodded, trying to sound confident. “Yes. Reliable. Someone you can count on.” "I know the meaning. I am just wondering what would make you think my son is reliable." He said, with a confused face.

Sent back one transmission. Three words. I will come.

Almost to themselves. "Reliable," I said. "Is exactly what a long-term misdirection looks like from the inside."

It's from Monika. *How is your little peanut doing?* She texts. This little whore did not! ... (to be continued)

I know my relationship with Reese was abusive, but hearing what Elliott had to live through is far worse than what I went through this last year. "You're secret is safe with me," I choke in a soothing whisper. "You can trust my mother too, her sister is also intersex." I feel her sigh with relief as her body relaxes in my arms. Her arms snake around my waist, drawing me closer to her with her face nuzzling in my shoulder. "Thank you," she chokes in a whisper.

Awesome. What else could go wrong.

Alive. *

Always present. ---