Adele's Stories

Apr 30

Christopher

My breath came in ragged gasps as they tightened their grip on my arms. I struggled against them, but the knife at my throat prevented much movement. Christopher called out to me as he resisted his own captors, but I couldn’t hear a thing. My shoulder’s ached from straining and I feared I would stop…
Apr 22

The True Legend

There was an old legend among my people. A legend about a fierce warrior, a talented bard, and a just ruler. Most stories claim they were three different people. But those of us who truly believe in the legends know that these are all the same. And that one day, He will be back. First…
Apr 15

Coronation

The crown felt heavy on my head. In the mirror I looked almost regal, but on the inside I felt like dirt. The crown was my mother’s. It didn’t belong on my head. I placed the crown back on it’s velvet pillow and turned away from the mirror with a grimace. It was too soon.…
Apr 8

The Lion In The Forest

My back stiffened against the tree and I held very still. The lion stood a few feet ahead of me, his eyes glued to mine. My broken foot throbbed and my heart pounded. Today would surely be the day I die. If only I hadn’t strayed off the trail. I didn’t even know there were…

Adele’s Stories