God's Gift For Us Novels & Stories

The concoction seemed to have made me more sensitive as well. My vision turned blurry as my body heated up once more. A deep flush spread across my skin. I clung to the vine that was wrapped across my chest, staring at it with hazy eyes before asking, "Do you like me, divine god of the tree?" The divine tree rustled its branches as if in approval of my question. I threw myself into it. I thought about all the ways the men had described that made the process more pleasurable as I clung to the vines desperately.

“This isn’t liquor. It's just plain water! No taste at all!” The others who had taken a sip also frowned and spat it out. “It’s really just water!” “What’s going on? Water in a whisky bottle?” “That’s just messed up!” The whole room erupted. My in-laws’ faces turned green instantly. “That’s right. It’s just bottled water.” I gave Kevin a cold stare and added, “Every year, he takes 100,000 dollars from me to prepare New Year’s gifts, and this is what he sends to my parents. Plain water that costs two dollars. He bought it online. Even the packaging is recycled boxes.

Then I would make my decision. I know that once I got a second chance mate, I wouldn’t be getting another. Not unless the Goddess herself intervened on my behalf, which was doubtful. She had already helped me with the gifts that she had given me. I could never repay the biggest gift of all, by her allowing me to be reborn. I believe the gift she gave me, to be able to read minds, is a close second.

“It feels like I’m useless.” Lila’s growl was low but fierce. “Don’t ever say that, Ella. Lila said, her voice fierce with conviction. “You’re one of the strongest beings I’ve ever encountered. You’ve endured things most people couldn’t even imagine. You’ve been blessed with the gift of healing—a rare and sacred gift from the Moon Goddess herself. Lives have been saved because of you. Do you know how extraordinary that is?” Ella’s chest tightened as tears pricked her eyes.

"SHE DIDN'T CHOOSE TO HAVE THE GIFT, LOREN. THE GODDESS CHOSE HER! HOW CAN YOU BLAME AN INNOCENT CHILD FOR THAT!?" "SHE COULD'VE REJECTED THE GIFT. SHE COULD'VE ASKED THE GODDESS TO TAKE BACK HER MISTAKE AND BESTOW IT UPON ME!! BUT SHE DID NOTHING!! EVERYONE!! EVERYONE ELSE AROUND ME WAS BLESSED WITH THE GODDESS MARK. I SPENT MY LIFE FEELING INADEQUATE. ALL OF YOU ALL'S FAKE LOVE AND SUPPORT MADE ME SICK. I THOUGHT I WOULD SPEND MY LIFE ALONE AND MISUNDERSTOOD."

"Viola, I wanted to talk to you about something." His voice was softer this time, almost guilty. "Your sister just started her treatment, and the Miracle Elixir is affecting her emotions. Makes her feel down. To keep her spirits up and to help with her recovery, your parents suggested that she and I go through the Marking Ceremony. "They hope it'll make her feel better."

I could feel my voice being choked with overwhelming emotion. "You have given us the greatest gift we could ever ask for. Thank you so much for your generosity and thoughtfulness. The gift you have bestowed upon us is truly invaluable and deeply appreciated. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness and the impact it has had on our lives. Words cannot express how much this means to us."

She vaguely remembered being taught about the sacred gifts but she thought that they had died out. Bea nodded. “Yes. There are five gifts from the Moon Goddess. There’s Harakati, the gift to move things with your mind; Wakati, the gift to slow time down; Somaji, the gift to read minds; Mahubiri, the gift to see the future and Shawishi, the gift of persuasion.” Addie looked at Bea. “But no one has those gifts anymore, right? But mama did?” She was confused.

“And that is why Cora has chosen you and why I’m gifting you this ability. Because of your conscience. Your caring nature. You will only use it when you must, of that I’m certain. And, I have a feeling you will need it soon. To help you escape. But just remember. It doesn’t make you a bad person if you have to hurt people to ensure your own safety. You don’t live in a kind world. But you can help us change that.” “I’m honoured and blessed to be graced with a visit from a God and I would like to graciously accept your gift. I will trust in myself and in Cora, to use it only when needed and to use it wisely,” I tell him. I will cherish this gift and I will use it to save others. I just know it

"She gave me her blessings for my eyes. I'm sure the same thing happened to you too, your majesty." (The Goddess gave me her blessings...?) A chuckle escaped my lips the more I thought about it. (Maybe it was because out of pity, but I'm still gratefully for that.) "Goddess... huh? Well, she's also the ones who gives us humanity, our elemental powers. It's not entirely impossible." I smiled to myself as I finally found the answer to my question. It was the Goddess' pity that led me to who I am now. "Thank you High Priest. That's all that I wanted to hear."