What Got You Here Novels & Stories

I glanced at the water, and it was still crystal clean. “Jericko, do you still remember any memories of this place?” Gino asked. “Yes, of course. Everything we have today began here,” I replied with a smile as I took in my scenery. “Yes, Jericko is right; this is where we all first met. Do you still remember?” Fred stated. “Who could forget that day," Clyde remarked as he jumped off the horse. We all formed in this river. The friendship we have had to this point started as soon as we met here.

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You gave me a reason for my being and I love what I'm feeling You gave me a meaning to my life. Yes, I've gone beyond existing And it all began when I met you. - When I Met You, APO Hiking Society *** * F L A S H B A C K * “I CLOSED the deal, Mahal! Dad is so happy!” His wife greeted him when he opened the door. There is joy in his voice. He wasn't satisfied and picked her up.

Mom entered my room I stood up "Yes, mom. You look amazing." She smiled, showing off her purple dress "I always look amazing, you inherited that from me." I frowned "I thought I got it from dad?" I joked She pinched my ear "Ow really?" "Mom!" I winced "Okay, okay! I got it from my mama!" "That's a great thing to say from a song." Mom released me "Let's go before I tear your ear from your empty head."

“Oh, Ayesha. You’re still asking the wrong questions.” Reva’s grip tightened on her weapon. “Try answering one, then. Why are you here?” Azrael exhaled dramatically. “Because, darling, I think you and I have a common problem.” Adrian stepped forward. “And what problem is that?” Azrael’s smirk faded. “The Ghost.” Ayesha’s breath caught. “You know who they are?” Azrael nodded. “And if you want to live long enough to do something about it—” He leaned forward, his eyes locked onto Ayesha’s.

In the early days, when money was tight and he was starting the company, I borrowed from every bank and loan app I could find to help him stay afloat. Later, when we could not pay it back, my phone was flooded with calls. Debt collectors showed up at the door of our tiny apartment. They even mass-texted my relatives and friends, so everyone knew I owed money. Even then, I did not shed a single tear. The moment Jason learned the truth that night, his eyes instantly filled with tears. He clung to me tightly, whispering his sobs in my ear. He said, “Sheena, I swear I’ll never let you down in this lifetime.”

Thomas laughed,” Hans, you’re kidding right? I mean if it was you, or Marcelino I would understand. But this is Suzanne we’re talking about.” He was exasperated, they all were. Thomas shook his head, “We all travelled from different continents of the world to gather here at your sanctuary. I don’t know about the rest of you but I was hoping to find solace and protection here, and now you’re telling us we have to fight? Based on some weird inscription and a freaky looking tattoo on Suzanne’s palm? Hans are you out of your mind?!”

Well actually it says dick head. Sighing, I swipe up to answer. “What do you want from me?” “I just want you to give me the chance to explain everything. Will you please hear me out?” “Fine. I am about to head out to get something to eat. Meet me at Olive Garden in 30 minutes.” “Ok. Done. See you then.”

“Nothing’s wrong… I just think maybe we should clarify… Well, last night I was feeling grateful to you for getting me out of that… fix I’d gotten myself into…” “Grateful?” His eyes widened. “Well, relieved…” “Relieved?” He was sitting up now, frowning. “Is that what you call it?” Mackenzie huffed out a frustrated breath. This was coming out all wrong. “Last night, in the bar, why did you come for me? I didn’t know you were here. I thought I’d lost you in the airport.” Wyatt blinked, as if not comprehending. “Why did you even hop on that plane and follow me here, for that matter? I already told you goodbye before going on the plain.”

YOU THINK ITS EASY YOU THINK I DON’T WANT TO RUN TO YOU BUT THERE ARE MOUNTAINS AND THERE ARE DOORS THAT WE CAN’T WALK THROUGH I KNOW YOU ARE WONDERING WHY? BECAUSE WE’RE ABLE TO BE JUST YOU AND ME WITHIN THESE WALLS BUT WHEN WE GO OUTSIDE YOU’RE GONNA WAKE UP AND SEE THAT IT WAS HOPELESS AFTER ALL NO ONE CAN REWRITE THE STARS HOW CAN YOU SAY YOU’LL BE MINE?