Caledonia scrutinized her cousin with all-seeing eyes. “You look nice today. Where are you headed?” Layla paused for a moment before replying. She knew how strongly Cali was opposed to her going to visit the professor. “Uhm… I’m going to meet Ramon for breakfast.” &n...
Absolutely not.” Doctor Permala was adamant. “If he feels up to it, I don’t see the problem. We’ll be careful.” I waved my hand dismissively. She was micro-managing every little detail about my father, and it was really starting to get on my nerves The doctor had walked in...
Caledonia cringed under the quilt, watching as he held her down, trying his best to soothe her with a calm, steady voice. “Shhh… It’s okay… Everything’s alright… I’ve got you.” “Where’s Cal?” she asked, still consumed by panic. “Look…” Her father pointed in her direction. “She’s right there in be...
She broadcasted a back-off blue to anyone who took a spot on the rail near her, intent on getting through this final ordeal without incident. She was determined to win the tournament and put the casino life far behind her. Hand after hand was dealt, and the stacks of chips in front of Calvin pile...