Midnight Confluence

"Mara puts the sizzle in James's and Elise's relationship"

The invitation had arrived unexpectedly on Thursday morning, a cream-colored envelope with Elise's unmistakable handwriting. James turned it over in his hands before opening it, savoring the moment of anticipation. Inside was a simple note card: "Saturday. 8 PM. Wear...

Cum Laude

"A married mother doctoral student makes one final sacrifice to guarantee her degree."

Cum LaudeMorgan sat quietly at her desk, the glow of the computer monitor casting a soft light on her tired face. The school day had ended hours ago, but the counselor’s office still felt stifling, littered with notes from students,...

Sharing The Darkness – Part 3

"At Gabe's hands, Opal learns of the pleasure to be found in pain."

During the drive to Gabe's house late Sunday afternoon, I struggled to keep my nervousness in check. While stopped at a red light, I looked down at my outfit in mild disapproval. I was dressed for comfort, wearing a baggy...