When Never Comes Novels & Stories

"They’re not just deleting the 'Sector.' They’re deleting the **Hard Drive**. They’re 'Retiring' the whole project!" The white space around us began to tremble. A massive, pink rubber block descended from the sky, moving toward the "Raw Source" with a slow, inevitable force. "If that touches us," the girl said, "we don't just die. We **Never Existed**."

And if she couldn't, how could I? Maybe one day she'd find peace. But that wasn't my story anymore. Stella—she was gone, but not really. She was up there now, a star I'd never lose. Every time I looked up, I'd find her. Those memories? They'd carry me. I'd miss her forever. I'd look after the ones she left behind—my folks, Kylie's too. I'd keep going. And maybe—if the universe was kind— I'd hear that little voice again someday. "Daddy."

On the day of our family trip, I woke up early, only to be shocked to find the house completely empty. While I was still wondering what was going on, a message from my younger sister, Cynthia, popped up in the family group chat. "Oh no, I forgot to tell everyone in this group that the departure time had been moved up!" The next second, the message was recalled. As I stared blankly at the now-empty chat, I felt my eyes sting. At that moment, I realized they had another family group chat—one that did not include me. While I was still in a daze, Mom called. "I'm sorry, Yesenia. We moved the departure time up by an hour and forgot to tell you. Hurry and get a cab over here. Maybe you can

The moment I reached the front door, I heard bursts of laughter coming from inside. … I quietly pushed the door open a crack. Julian and Vivian, who were supposedly still on vacation, had already returned. The house was filled with colorful balloons. A ten-tier birthday cake sat beside the dining table. Vivian wore a birthday hat, smiling brightly. “Julian, I heard you’ve never even celebrated Lydia’s birthday before. I’m really honored.” Julian waved dismissively and replied nonchalantly, “She’s just some country girl. What’s the point of celebrating her birthday? It’s a total waste of money.

“And you look normal.” The entire table became quiet for one second. Dominic’s mother sighed softly. “Dora.” “What?” Dora asked innocently. “I’m serious. The women around Dominic are always scary.” Ava almost laughed accidentally. Even Dominic looked mildly annoyed now. Dora leaned forward excitedly toward Ava. “Do you know he has never brought anyone home before?” “Dora,” Dominic warned calmly. “What? It’s true.” Diana rolled her eyes immediately. “You’re acting like she already married him.”

It wasn't until I stepped out the door that he called out, a hint of urgency in his voice. “Next full moon! Don’t forget! We re-establish the bond.” I felt a wave of dizziness. Funny. That was the exact day my private jet was scheduled to take me off this continent. Forever.

Her face tightened, and she turned to Chad, who was still in gamer mode. "It's already late. Why isn't Natalie home yet? She said three or four, and now it's almost seven. Call her and see where she is," she said. Chad didn't even look up. "I'm in the middle of a game. Maybe the flight's delayed. Just wait. She said she'd come, right? She's not gonna bail." Mom shot him a glare. "Five years ago, I used all of Natalie's savings to help you buy a house and get married. She's been mad at me ever since and hasn't been back home once.

" Adrian fell silent for a moment, then tightened his hold on my hand and said reassuringly: "Maybe fate is protecting you. You're the one who'll live with me. The name on the license doesn't matter." Julianne added, "Exactly. A piece of paper can't replace what you have." I said calmly: "It's fine. She already wore my wedding gown for me. What's one signature?" I stood and went home alone, ignoring them when they called after me. After leaving Adrian's estate, my phone buzzed several times. [Have you decided? Come to New York with me.]

“Don’t worry. This time, no one’s going to bully you ever again.” A few days later, Caleb brought me to a high-profile charity gala, and for the first time in a long while, I ran into Matteo.

v, I got a message from Sarah when I was on my way home after college. 1.15 p.m < Come to my school.😑 I wondered, 'Why does she asking me to come?' 1.16 p.m >Ok. >On my way. >😁✌️ I went to Sarah's school. I saw Sven in his motorcycle outside the front building. I think he's waiting for Sarah. I started to walk in his direction. I got another message from Sarah.