I can't remember how long I stayed in this position, slumped against the railing, the rough surface of the wooden lattice biting into my back. The tears have long run out. I'm empty. Void. I feel numb, and it's not just from the cold that seeps into my skin and settles in my bones. Everything … Continue reading First Times – Quinn (5)
I must have dozed off because my phone startles me when it goes off. I answer the call, sounding just as shitty as I feel. "Hello?" "Hey... I found your note. Sorry, did I wake you?" It's Rashid. His voice is sending shivers down my spine, evoking echoes of my nightmare. "Hi... no... sorry... I... … Continue reading First Times – Quinn (4)
It’s a golden October in New Orleans. Rashid is coming back today, which makes everything even more golden. He’ll be stateside for almost two months but with a lot of travelling involved. But he’ll be in New Orleans over the weekends, sometimes more. We talked a lot over breakfast that morning after he told me … Continue reading First Times – Quinn (3)
To say that my relationship with Rashid was off to a bit of a rocky start is definitely an understatement. Rashid is my own personal James Bond, only better. James Bond is a fictional character, for starters. Rashid – obviously! – is not. He works for a super-secret ancient society called the Talamasca, and they … Continue reading First Times – Quinn (2)
Dearest gentle reader, I promise I will stop using this phrase soon. I just felt it was important to give you a fair warning. This following chapter won't be easy to read. It's not easy to write for me either. I debated whether or not I should, but I think it's important to know about … Continue reading First Times – Quinn (1)
Soso and I quickly set into a routine. I take her to school every morning by bus. She's excited that it's not her normal school bus (I don't live on any of their routes) and proudly shows me off to her friends and school teacher. I've met Ms Harris before. Josie planned for her absence … Continue reading First Times – Sazerac & Beignets (10)
When we reach Rashid's hotel, it is around midday. He's so paying the next round (of whatever). I suspect he let me win despite my unfairly acquired advantage – it was a very close call – but I take my victories as they come. Unfortunately our date is nearing its end. I need to get … Continue reading First Times – Sazerac & Beignets (9)
When I get back to my apartment, I finish my daily work duties quickly and feed Bruno, who’s hiding under the bed – whatever spooked him this time, but the prospect of food always works – and then go through my drawers. It doesn’t take long until I find what I’m looking for, and I … Continue reading First Times – Sazerac & Beignets (8)
As I step in front of Rashid, I give him my biggest grin and a "Hey!" Despite my outer bravado, I'm shaking on the inside; I'm so nervous. I really want to give him a hug as a greeting, but I think it's too soon for physical contact. Unfortunately. He's also a masterclass of concealment … Continue reading First Times – Sazerac & Beignets (7)
There's no point going back to sleep, so I start my morning routine. Make coffee, have a shower, drink coffee. Feed my half-starved cat. Dress in some sweatpants and a t-shirt, and go for a run. The city is just waking up, a soft golden light creeping over the river. Our neighbourhood is still pretty … Continue reading First Times – Sazerac & Beignets (6)
Daughter of Gallifrey 
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