The Odd Family Novels & Stories

They came to search for something and they wouldn’t stop until they got it. Eleanor just sighed deeply and agreed, walking back to the living room and sitting on the red couch. They didn’t have the biggest house in the city, but it was enough to give their kids space. They never struggled financially, Eleanor was a doctor, which a lot of people were thankful for because it was hard to see doctors willing to help in those situations; her husband was a lawyer, but his job situation was a bit harder due to the crime mostly having stopped since the creatures arrived in the city. It was a two storey house placed the closest to the park, it had a beautiful garden perfect for their kids to play wit

- Even if Flora and my uncle didn't raise me from childhood, I still owed them more than this woman. - Ah, son, let's not make this scene in front of your girlfriend, we are a bigger family now, we need to get along with each other. - Family? The woman who denied me food and called me a bastard is saying we are a family? - HA! HA! HA! HA! HA! What kind of joke are you telling now? Family? Where are we a family? You are not even a person, how can you say we are a family? What kind of shit are you talking about?! - That woman was not even human.

When the rogues kidnapped me, my father, my brother, and my fiancé wouldn't even give three hundred dollars as ransom. Yet they threw tens of millions dollars at my adopted sister's birthday celebration while I was butchered by rogues who never got their payment. The adoptive sister’s parents died saving me, and after my family took her in, she became the center of attention—and the most important person—in our home. But when they got my death finally, they all fell into deep sorrow.

It was her idea of a disguise. Her father, Barney Sky, was a thick figure in Hollywood, people were curious about what went on in his and his family’s lives. She included. “I just might consider that…” I muttered and she laughed before plopping on the single sofa in the changing room. “Or you’re loyal to your boy toy?” She teased referring to Micheal. “You play a little too much,” I replied casually and climbed towards the stage. “I’ll be back in ten!” ***** What Brianna didn’t tell me was the sort of crowd we had tonight.

"I apologize on Nala's behalf. I'm so sorry. Please calm down. It's my fault. I didn't raise her right. If you want to slap someone, slap me." Paulene shouted back, "If I hit you, Brian would lose his mind! How did I end up marrying into this family? And you still expect me to have a baby? Not in this lifetime! I'll make sure your family name ends with me!" "What? No…" My mother sobbed louder. I pushed the door open. The noise stopped instantly. My mother stared at me, looking as if she had just been saved from drowning. She grabbed my wrist and shoved me forward.

he said, trying to appear strong in front of me. “What happened?” I asked gently, though inwardly I was smirking. “Several major families suddenly cut off partnerships. I have no idea why.” He massaged his temples in frustration. “Could it be competitors sabotaging you from behind the scenes?” I feigned analysis. “Possible…” Suspicion flickered in his eyes. “Several families have indeed been eyeing our deals lately.” I gloated to myself. Even now, he hadn’t realized the real enemy lurked right beside him.

“Of course not. You’ve always had a loving family. “We literally just met each other’s parents last month to talk about our engagement, remember? “I still have the photos from that day saved on my phone.” He opened his photo album. Sure enough, there was a group photo of our two families together. Everyone was there. I just sat there staring at my phone, flipping it over and over. I tried to smile, but I probably looked like I was grimacing. My family members were real. Why did they vanish after entering the washroom? “Maybe they just stepped out for something. “Look, their house slippers are still by the door. They must’ve gone out.”

Yet, hearing that the Halsey family needed his help, she dropped her work to join, and even Ronald, the youngest, tagged along. This was indeed strange. Solomon decided to keep observing quietly. Ogden, being an elder and currently seeking help, couldn’t fault the juniors. He adjusted his glasses and smiled warmly, “I apologize for my abruptness. The Halsey family has encountered some trouble recently, so I came to seek advice from the Arliss family.” “That’s odd. Why seek our advice for your troubles? Did our family cause them?” Ronald sneered, his eyes glinting with mockery.

What? "All these years, to protect your mental health, the whole family played along with your fantasy." She walked over and gently stroked my hair. Her voice broke. "We pretended you were a genius. We pretended you were working hard to protect your siblings. But the truth is... you can't even solve the most basic logic puzzles." "Mom is right," Chloe said, coming over to pat my shoulder sympathetically. "Ava, wake up. You're no genius. You're just totally average."

"You're just too kind. We're so lucky to have you. You're the Moon Goddess' greatest gift to our family. Alright, we'll do as you say. Let's just focus on your recovery." The golden sunset poured through the healing center's windows, wrapping the four of them in warm light. Watching that perfect family scene, I felt like nothing more than an outsider. I was never a part of this family. I didn't belong in that warmth. I tried to speak, but no one could hear me. I wanted to run, but my soul was still bound to Mom. I could only watch in silence as they repeatedly shamed me.