What A Time To Be Alone Novels & Stories

“You’ll get a break. Full detox. Sun, salt, ocean air. Time alone.” Alone. The word stabs something inside me. I stare at them. “The last thing I need is time alone.” I take a step forward with my arms folded across my chest. “Now, I know you three are busy and your schedules might be busier than that of the President, but I’m not going anywhere unless you three come with me.” I watch them exchange glances—Ronan’s brow raised, Malachi’s mouth twitching, Jaxon already shifting his weight like he’s halfway convinced.

~~~ *** ~~SERENA~~ *** Being alone means learning how to party on your own. And not just the kind of party where you’re scrolling through your phone in bed with your legs tangled in a blanket and crumbs from a chocolate bar stuck to your collarbone. No. This is a full-blown, stand-on-the-coffee-table, blast-the-record-player party. Sober. Alone.

And what a jump. After name and age, what do we usually say? Oh yes, let me see. You weren't going to say marital status, were you? Do you know the 'single, yes, alone, never'? I think it's a song. Yeah, that expression defines me well. By my count, I don't think I've ever gone more than two months without a kiss on the lips or… oh, you get the idea. But by my count too, I spent almost ten years without a boyfriend. Until I lived together and had a daughter. Confusing enough for you?

this place wasn't that busy right now, however, the dinner rush should be starting soon. "What brings you back here? Like for real" she asked, I sighed at first. My thoughts turned to my boys who were all grown and have their own lives. It's a bit depressing without them. And lonely. "It's been lonely since my babies are all grown up. They're enlisted in the military, and totally enjoy what they do" I said in a matter-of-fact way. I thought about that answer. I am going through a transition in my life that I don't know how to navigate. Plus, it's not like I ever married again. I don't know if I ever want to get remarried. Furthermore, I am 38 years old. It's not going to be easy to find a m

I refresh your coffee and bring a small glass of wine (just in case you desire it) and then leave you alone to your bath. This is your time. The time just for you to use as you wish and desire. You know I am busy doing one thing or another or nothing at all, but thinking of you and loving you with my most precious desire by giving you what you admire most. Time and trust! Time for you and you alone and trust that no matter how long you take or whatever you need or desire, this day is yours, and I will love you with perfection.

Our days were filled with laughter, imagination, and a sense of wonder that seemed to permeate every aspect of our lives. But right now, it was the year 2023, Florence felt more lonely and more alone than ever. Florence clutched the glass of alcohol, its amber liquid swirling in her hand. Never before had she felt so isolated, so utterly alone in the world. The drink had become her solace, her crutch, a desperate attempt to maintain her sanity in the face of overwhelming despair. Her gaze was fixed on the rich, reddish-brown hue of the bourbon, as if seeking refuge within its depths.

He left me standing alone with tears streaming down my face. It was disgusting and absolutely abhorrent. How dare he call me “Babe” and then sprint off to another woman without hesitation? ‘Callum, we are over. This time, I would not forgive you,’ I thought. My mother, Martha, had come looking for Callum. She grabbed my hand and pleaded, “Mira, please understand. Catherina has severe depression. She’s very ill. Let Callum comfort her, alright? I’m begging you as your mother!”

Harold claimed he was busy, so I busied myself setting up our wedding venue alone until midnight. Over the years, he'd refused to marry me 108 times for various reasons—including but not limited to—his career that was just taking flight, not having a fitting suit, and ugly flowers at the venue. This time, it was because of my future assignment to Touden, the capital city. He didn't want to be in a long-distance relationship. And so I gave up on my bright future and organized the wedding by myself, down to the details.

All he muttered about was to find Leah and bring her back. The woman waited on the shore every single day, saying that she was waiting for someone who would never return. Under my parents' care, I recovered slowly, and I began to lead a new life that belonged to me. After experiencing two lives, I knew more about how to love and cherish my family, and to love myself properly. I believed that after saying goodbye to the wrong person in time, I would be sure to embrace the right person one day.

Kit said into the phone. “Kit I thought you said that we would get together sometime today. On just leaving the base now I was wondering if you were available to talk.” She heard Aaron say. “Aaron, I’m sorry it’s not that I forgot I was just swamped today at work. Unfortunately, if I’m trying to clear my schedule for Sanchez’s services, it took longer than I had expected. Also yesterday it was announced that my company had been bought out. It’s not really a good time for me to just hang out.” Kit replied. She knew that everything she had said was the truth but she still felt terrible somewhere in her heart that she doubted her friend so much that she really did not want to be left alone with