Yer Independence Day and yer Thanksgiving. That’s what I’m really looking forward to. – Nessie
It was tradition. The Fourth of July celebration was always a potluck. Siobhan and Toad kept telling Nessie that she didn’t need to fix anything. The women would make enough food for everyone. The men would take care of grilling.She had never been in America during the holiday. But she had seen clips on the news. Had read about it. Researched the food. Read up on recipes.Sitting between Knuckles legs on her love seat, she had flipped through a collection of recipes on her tablet. “So many of yer holidays revolve around food.”“Probably why so many Americans are overweight.” He pointed out.Turning slightly, she ran her hand over his light gray t-shirt that was stretched tight across his chest. “Not yeh.”“Nope. Not me.” He lightly squeezed her toned bicep. “Not you either.”He kissed her before leaving to go to work as a bouncer at one of the bars, The ClamWe’re on our way up, going straight through. Keep our daughter safe. – IsiahNessie was in her kitchen office putting together her weekly food order for the menu she had already made. Reviewing the details, something was keeping her from submitting the order. Something in the kitchen fell to the floor startling her.She walked into the empty kitchen and looked around. Nothing seemed out of place. Turning to go back to her office, she saw it.Then she felt the presence. “It’s not good, is it?” Of course, he did not answer. She left the kitchen, walking past the stairway to the basement, where the seven were unusually quiet. Even the fool in the bar could feel it.Without preamble, she opened the door to her uncle’s office. “Company is coming.”“How do you know?” Toad asked. “The broom that I keep by the backdoor fell.” She said and let out a sigh at his look of disbelief. “I’m tellin' yeh, company is coming. And it’s bringing blood with it.”His phon
We’re having babies! Do you want to see sonogram pictures? – InkNessie sat at the table in the dining hall and looked over at Molly and his large family. She smiled dreamily as she rested her chin on her hand. She had grown up in a large family and missed the craziness of it all. Although she could now talk to some of her family, she missed seeing them. Here, among a bunch of bikers, Nessie was finding herself a new family. One that was about to grow.“That’s one of the most beautiful sounds in the world.” Nessie declared suddenly. “What’s that, babe?” Knuckles asked rubbing her back.“A babies laugh.” She shifted her attention to Siobhan. “What did the doctor say?”“You know exactly what the doctor said.” Siobhan grumbled as she stabbed at the eggs on her plate. “Aye. Around the same time that Evie will have her twins and Mia has hers. Alicia will be a little later.” “Molly hasn’t said anything.” Toad mused.“I don’t think they know.” N
Yes. If there’s a chance for another baby to live, yes, I’ll donate her organs. – Robert Lynn“You have questions.” Siobhan said not looking up from the tablet in her hand. “And you say that you don’t have the gift.” Knuckles grinned. Siobhan handed the tablet to one of the volunteers and motioned for Knuckles to follow her. Silently, she led the way to her office overlooking the warehouse of donated food. Flipping the sign next to the door, she waited for him to enter the office. She then followed and closed the door behind her.“What all do you know?” She asked closing the blinds. “She has the ability to talk to the dead. Can read palms and cards. Sees in what she calls the shadows.”Siobhan sat behind her desk and he sat in the chair on the opposite side.He hesitated for just a moment. “Pagan suggested that I go talk to his sister.”“Ciara?” Siobhan asked and Knuckles nodded with a soft yeah. “You should.”She rested her arms on her desk an
Grams, how do I bind the tongue of a ghost? Yes, I already asked Moira. She said that you can’t. – NessieThe Fool, as Nessie had taken to calling the ghost in the bar, had become more and more vocal ever since Tank had announced that they were having babies. He became so annoying that Nessie began avoiding the front half of the clubhouse. She even skipped girls’ night. Then she started using the freight elevator as another way to avoid that area. He continued to get louder and soon she could hear him in her office. Church was over and the movie was nearly over. Even in her office, Nessie knew that Tank was in the bar. She felt the presence just before he told her how to silence the fool.She was ready to cast him out. And she knew that she had to do something before he became strong enough to hurt the babies. His anger was strong enough that he would. Dropping her pencil on the desk, she stood up and stormed down the hall. The angry look and way she carried h
She opened herself to the shadows. She would have seen the possibilities for everyone around her. Harry Potter has it right. Chocolate. – GramsKnuckles opened the door of Nessie’s room. Standing in the hallway, Siobhan handed him a bag of chocolate candy and a cup of hot cocoa. “According to Grams, Harry Potter has more things right than the paranormal shows. When she’s feeling better, she needs to call Grams or Moira.”“Okay. She was so cold. She’s in the tub right now.” He said taking the items from her. “Does she have the electric blanket on the bed?”“I put it on. It’s on high.” He said with a nod towards the bed. “What happened?”“She opened a connection to the shadows. She saw the possibilities for everyone. Good and bad. It’s very emotional. Plus, several of them here spoke to her.”“She’s drained.” He surmised. “Yes.” She answered as Nessie called out his name. “Go take care of her.” Siobhan paused and then looked sadly at him. “She won’t
Nessie, love of my life, mistress of the kitchen, forget the rest of these idiots, runaway with me and cook for me for the rest of my life. – CookieNessie’s alarm went off at four causing Knuckles to jump in his sleep. She reached across him and turned off the alarm. “What time is it?” he asked pinning her to his chest. “Four. It’s time for me to make breakfast for all of yeh brothers.”“At this hour?” He rolled over to his side and threw a leg over her thighs. “Nope. They can cook for themselves.”“Not in me kitchen! Feck that!” She popped his leg with her hand. “Besides, Cookie has to propose to me.”“Why does Cookie have to propose to you?” He asked tightening his arms around her. “He proposes to me every morning. Sledge every night.” She turned her head and kissed him lightly. “Don’t yeh worry. I always turn them down.”“What if I asked you?”Tears sprang to her eyes. “Not yet.” She whispered. “I’m not ready for that yet.”Running a kn
An ye do no harm; do what ye will. – Wiccan RedeKnuckles looked at the old storefront and compared it to what he had expected. The brick was an orange shade of red and complimented the purple trim around the windows. The writing on the windows was gold and he was amused by the Ouija board that was drawn on one window asking “Should I buy a new book?” The little triangle thing, he suddenly wondered if it had a name, was pointing to yes.The window on the other side of the door asked “Do I really need another candle?” The magic 8 ball underneath it had the answer of “Yes – Definitely”On the door in elegant script was Botanica Wiccan Bookstore, established 2006 Ciara Goode, ProprietessIn both windows were elaborate and beautiful displays of books, candles, crystals, tarot cards and novelties. Working up his courage, Knuckles got off his bike and walked inside. He had expected the whole place to be dark and broody.Instead, it was bright and whimsic
Are you sure that’s the name you want? It’ll be your name for the rest of your life. – ToadWithin a few days, Siobhan, Toad and Stephen were headed to Scotland. Toad had agreed to let Stephen go when Nessie told him that the younger man would not be coming home. When he pressed his niece for more information, she shook her head and gave him a sad smile. He didn’t understand it. Probably never would. But Toad trusted the woman. And did his best to honor her wishes. Nessie hugged Stephen close. "Yeh'll find yer peace. It's beautiful back home."She then shocked everyone, including Stephen, when she pulled him down and kissed him. When he pulled away, it was with an understanding. “It’s time.” He said softly as he pushed some hair behind her ear. Nodding she whispered, “Aye. 'Tis. They’ll put yer body in the family crypt.”“Thank you.” He said as he took off his cut and handed it to her. He then took off his necklace and his gold ring. On the