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Mary screams. I want to run down the hall and help get, but my sense of self-preservation prevents it. I'm frozen in place. "Man don't make me use this. You need to calm down and come with us," the guard says. Eddie's exits are blocked now-Sue and the guard on one side and Mary on the other. Taking the path of least resistance, Eddie throws an elbow into Mary's sternum, knocking her into the wall so hard, I see her h
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My slightly open mouth gives him the opportunity to take a bite at my lower lip. I tease at his teeth with my tongue, and he gives me his. As soon as our tongues touch for the first time, he groans, and I throw my legs around his hips, giving me leverage to loosen my arms and explore. I run one hand down his back, feeling his muscles flex, and the other up the shirt bristles of hair at his bake. I fist into the softn
— Oct 28, 2025 03:36PM
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"You mean you won't." I tip my head at her. "What do you mean I won't?" "You won't let yourself be happy." "What are you talking about? I am happy. Well, at least I was before I did this," I say, pointing at my forearm. "Really?" "Yes, really. I loved this job and you. I had a roof over my head. It was good." "Yeah, but you weren't happy. And the way I figure it, you're still not." I frown at her, at a loss for words
— Oct 27, 2025 05:11PM
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I enjoy the insomnia a little, even if it's going to bite me in the ass tomorrow morning. My brain is usually just a dull hum of activity. This is the biggest change since I met Jackson, the feeling everything. For years, I've been flat and numb. I thought I'd just been wired that way, but apparently it was actually depression . Honestly? It's nice to feel something for once. Even if it's not all good. Nancy gives my
— Oct 25, 2025 12:38PM
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It doesn't bode well. "Okay, I guess. I was upset right after it happened, but I'm doing better now. I'm worried about Joey. He's a good friend." "And the incident between Edward, Mary, and the security personnel? How are you doing with that?" "Again, I'm okay. I was, well, I am worried about Mary. Her nightmares are back." "That's not answering my question, Kyle. How are you handling the incidents?" "I'm handling th
— Oct 24, 2025 11:30AM
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The bacon and muffins go into the ovens, and I move on to the eggs, wishing together a dozen before pouring them into the biggest skillet the kitchen has. "Kyle, Dr. Booth needs to speak with you in his office," says Bruce the security guard, walking into the kitchen. "I'll keep an eye on things in here for you. He said it wouldn't take a minute." I sigh. Always Dr. Booth, and always at the worst time. "Just pull eve
— Oct 23, 2025 04:15PM
