Choosen Novels & Stories

More of a glow that threatened to build. I focused on the color. It was not a different color exactly. It was as if his natural eye color had a current running beneath it. Like lightning hidden under glass. “You are anchored now,” I said carefully. “To what?” he asked. “To choices,” I replied. “To actions. To the present.” He held my gaze intensely. And then— Flash. Stronger than before. I almost flinched. This time it lasted nearly a full second. Bright. Alive. Undeniable.

One site said heart rate over 140 means it’s a girl. I remembered the Doppler at the ultrasound. Nate: 152. Fast. Fierce. Leo: 138. Steady. Quiet. So Nate’s a girl. Leo’s a boy. Of course. The fighter’s the girl. The watcher’s the boy. I said their names out loud last night. In the dark. “Nate.” “Leo.” Felt dangerous. Like saying it made them real. Made them mine. Like the universe might hear and come take them back.

ONE MOMENT IT IS RAINING THE NEXT MOMENT THE SUN IS SHINING, SOME PEOPLE SAY CAPE TOWN WEATHER IS LIKE A WOMAN'S MOOD, ALWAYS CHANGING. SHE WENT TO SIT DOWN AND PLACED HER CUP ON A COASTER ON THE COFFEE TABLE. SHE TOOK A DEEP BREATH IN AND SLOWLY BREATHED IT OUT AGAIN. SHE WANTED TO CLEAR HER THOUGHTS. SHE NEEDED TO DECIDE WHAT SHE WAS GOING TO DO. SHE COULDN'T KEEP THIS SITUATION GOING. SHE NEEDED TO MAKE A CHOICE. SHE KNEW SHE LOVED BOTH AND SHE LOVED THEM IN DIFFERENT WAYS. THEY WERE BOTH SO DIFFERENT, SHE JUST COULDN'T BRING HERSELF TO CHOOSE.

' Blinking back the tears, I mouthed a quick, 'You too. Once the moon hit the highest peak, the chief made his way in front of the girls. "This year is the thirtieth year we celebrate The Choosing. I hope all of you know how brave you all are. I pray you all stay safe, and for the one who finds their beast... know you are blessed." As he moved away from the front, I took a deep breath just as the chief's voice echoed across the open field. "Let the choosing begin!" the sound of cheers came from behind us, as many of the girls eagerly made their way towards that forest. With each step I took closer to the darkness that awaited me, I couldn't help but feel almost lighter.

The one I chose. The one that was mine.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Selene’s POV “Stop being friends? I don’t really understand.” “Selene… she meant it’s either I choose you or her.” My face fell. “She actually said that? So… what’s your choice? Aria or me?” For some reason, I was terrified to hear his answer. “Are you really asking me that?” he said, quietly. “You know better than anyone how much Aria means to me. But I can’t stop being close to you either.”

so close? ********

Do I have a choice? ******************************************

Guess, I have no other choice, huh? *****

with a hint of irritation in her voice. Kevin was going to argue back but saw me coming and asked me, “Alright let’s see what lily chooses, so lily apple or banana?” looking hopeful that I will choose banana. I looked between them and said, “Come on guys people can like both, it’s not like fruits get offended.” rolling my eyes, “Now come on I’m hungry.” They nodded but continued arguing, they didn’t even hear what I said. I just shook my head at their childish act and followed them checking my phone for any messages. I saw messages from my friends asking me if I liked the town, the school and how was my day.