My peaceful night's rest was disturbed by a faint tapping. Reluctantly, I pried my eyes open, blinking rapidly, as I looked for the source. The room was still dark, just as I had left it; that couldn't be said about the rocking chair near my grandmother's antique mirror. It's home usually sat beside the mirror in front of the window, now it sits directly in front of it, facing it head-on.

As my h...

Chris paces back and forth, stopping to face Mara when he can no longer remain silent. His stare sends chills down Mara's spine. She takes a step back, edging closer to the front door.

"You can't think I would actually believe that you were with your mother all this time...do you?" Chris snarls through clenched teeth.

"I was! I told you that my mom had an eye doctor's appointment today and need...