Published in ILLUMINATION·PinnedMember-onlyThey Locked the Doors Behind ThemOn his deathbed, their father gifted them the most disturbing advice. — The outlook was bleak. The doctors all agreed that he was most likely working with just hours, not days. It was simply a matter of time now. A work shift. A few movies. Maybe less. Like so many tired souls before him, the old man was about to lose his…Fiction4 min readFiction4 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Aug 26, 2021Member-onlyOf Silent Concern (Part Three): The Fountain ShadowsThey chased the shadows of a ghost through the darkness. — The time to execute was now. She silently watched the tall, handsome man from the shadows as he gazed skyward at the ongoing eruptions of the fountain show taking place before them all. …Fiction12 min readFiction12 min read
Mar 23, 2021Member-onlyOf Silent Concern (Part Two): Oasis of FireAn assassin’s trail comes under the spotlight. Agent Stepper almost always answered his cellphone on the first ring. “Hello, this is Stepper.” “Jesus Christ Step, aren’t you supposed to be on vacation?” the surprised voice asked, “I figured you wouldn’t even answer.” “Ended up having to cancel my vacation, maybe…Fiction13 min readFiction13 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Mar 23, 2021Member-onlyOf Silent Concern (Part One): The Black PyramidA gorgeous young assassin spawns a vengeful secret agenda. — The casino floor was clamorous and brimming with radiant neon lights in all directions. Anna gambled, but wouldn’t be playing any games on this mild desert night. She had spent weeks preparing, and so far, everything was perfectly in place. Her long blonde hair and sensual curves commanded the undivided…Fiction7 min readFiction7 min read
Dec 29, 2020Member-onlyJust Beyond Lighthouse ParkA few secrets of the universe may have slipped through the fabric. — Sandy absolutely loved the raised wooden trail that encircled Lighthouse Park. She had lived in Biloxi most of her life, and had been visiting the lush green canopy of this very same park since she had been a little girl. …Fiction5 min readFiction5 min read
Dec 27, 2020Member-onlyThe Face of the BlazeZach tightened the straps of his backpack and turned to check on Ashley. He stood atop a nearby boulder to gain a better view, slowly sipping water from his canteen. …Hiking5 min readHiking5 min read
