An ye do no harm; do what ye will. – Wiccan Rede
Knuckles 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 whimsicAre 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
How big of a litter box did you get? Toad is going to be shitting kittens when he gets back. – DocThe next day, after Knuckles got up around noon, he grabbed Law and his pickup. They headed to the animal shelter and then the pet store. When they got back to the clubhouse, Law grabbed two newer prospects to help unload his pickup bed.Meanwhile, Knuckles carried sleeping kittens down the hall to Nessie’s office. He had a small following of club girls and old ladies by the time he stopped at her office door. “Hey, babe.” Knuckles said and she looked up from her calendar. “Oh! Yeh got me a kitten!” she said coming over to him.“Actually, I got three. I wasn’t sure which one you wanted.” He said as he shifted the kittens around in his arms to hand them over to her.One mewed at her as Nessie took it and began speaking Gaelic to it. She stepped over and kissed him. The kittens were now awake and squirming loudly between the couple. “How are you going to ke
Which wee little devils? The furry four-legged ones? Or the sticky two-legged ones? – SiobhanWithin a week, Toad was losing his patience. It seemed like no matter what, there was a cat close by. And where one was, the other two were not far away. Kids were not allowed in his office. So, the kittens had taken to hiding out on his couch. It wasn’t necessarily the kittens that were driving him crazy. It was the collection of children that seemed to follow them. Where did they all come from? Molly had a good hundred or so. The other Lowery men about the same amount combined. Mia’s twins were around a lot more with one of their uncles. And those were all just one family! Not to mention all the other brothers who were bringing their kids around more. And the old ladies hanging out during the day. What the hell happened to his club?Old ladies were asking the club girls to babysit. Teen daughters of his men were asking for weekend jobs. Club girls no
I’m sorry. You want me to come to a meeting in your office? Did I do something wrong? – KaranMonday morning after making sure that the kitchen was cleaned and that the two kids that were dropped off by single dads were being watched, Karan made her way to Toad’s office. Masculine laughter flowed down the hall. Nervously, she knocked on the door frame and the three presidents looked over at her.“Come on in, girl.” Toad said with a grin. “Where’s that boss lady of yours?”“I’m not sure. Last time I saw her she was three kittens deep in Knuckles arms.”“How are you three kittens deep?” Trigg asked. “As in my son, Knuckles?” Brute asked at the same time. “The office yeh little devils.” Came from the hallway. “Oh, just follow Sinner.”“Follow Sinner?” the two presidents from the other clubhouses both asked as three kittens ran into the office followed by Knuckles with his arm around a beautiful red head woman. “Don’t worry, Toad, they’re about to
I told yeh, company’s coming. – Nessie During the first week of October, the presidents and Karan went and looked at several locations. A large warehouse. A former office building. Two large houses. Empty lots. An old school. And a church that moved to a newer building. There were all kinds of rumors going around all three clubhouses. One was closing. A new one was opening. The Shack was moving to a smaller location. When they met for church that week, the brothers were all told about a special meeting at the Shack on Saturday afternoon. Before any of the bars and clubs opened. On a day when no construction was done. After the shops closed. And wives, girlfriends and kids were to come also. Several of the moms objected when they were told that some of the Shack girls would be watching the kids. The three presidents stepped in and smoothed things over. After breakfast, the kitchen moved straight into making lunch. They did this on occasion, but not very
Bitch needs the shit knocked out of her. – James“You can’t prove any of what you just said.” Mitzi said as she approached her daughters. “No?” Nessie laughed as she untucked her shirt. “Actually, I can. Yeh want to know why I haven’t fucked him yet? Cameras. There’s cameras in me room. And now they are in his room since I spend some nights there.”“And why would you need cameras?” the older daughter sneered.Nessie turned around and lifted her shirt exposing her back. The cuts and burns from Bradley and his lessons had healed. But the myriad of scars remained. “Ness.” Siobhan and Toad both said.Knuckles knew what they were seeing. The scars were placed so they could be hidden. No one would know that Bradley had burnt and carved his name in her skin. Not unless he wanted them to know. But Knuckles knew.And now his whole family knew.He passed the cats to Scrapper and Riffraff. Then he quickly stepped up to Nessie, pulling off his cut as he mo
You’re really serious about this, aren’t you? – EvieAfter lunch, the kids were taken to the main common area where the Shack girls kept them entertained. The older kids took over the media room and streamed movies. Several of the kids from other clubs lost against Molly’s older girls at the pool tables. After they promised not to play for money. Meanwhile, the three presidents proposed a new business venture that all three clubs would benefit from. “In the last few years, we’ve become a little tamer and a lot more family oriented. I don’t know about the other clubs, but mine is expecting six babies next year.” Toad said. “And holy fuck the cost of daycare!”There was a light murmur, especially among the women. Afte Toad said that, Karan came back in and tried to disappear into the background. “Nope, Karan, get up here.” Trigg called motioning for her to join them. “How many of you knew that she was doing online classes for childhood development and
Dad, mom is pregnant. How the hell did that happen? I mean I know how it happened. I’m just going to shut up now. – James“Why did no one tell me that Nessie was here?” James asked as he sat in the bar with his dad. Riffraff sat three beers on the table as he sat in the empty chair. “You didn’t know?”“None of the family knows where she is.” Toad explained. “You can’t say anything. She has a crazy ex that thinks she’s bouncing around Europe.”“But she works here.” James said claiming a beer.“Nope. There’s no paperwork or records that link her to the club.” Toad said watching the guys at the bar.“Where’s her passport?” Riffraff asked. “Ask Werewolf. Last I heard was Poland.” Toad shrugged as Cookie got between the two men at the bar that were arguing over football. As Toad grumbled about football, Knuckles joined them.Noel brought a Guinness over for him. “Your kids are at the door.”“Come on, kids.” Knuckles laughed as the cats ran for him. T
I’m very good at being Sophia. I just don’t like being her. – ShilohThe door to the Shack opened and a large group of men in suits entered with a woman in the middle of their pack. As they moved through the building, the men moved off and took up positions around the large space. The woman stopped in front of Pagan who wrapped her up in his arms.“We’re going to get them back.” She quietly promised.“I know.” Pagan whispered against her neck.She pulled away from him and pressed a kiss to his lips before she turned in his arms. “Werewolf, what do you know?”“They were taken by Aranya. We know where their president is.” He answered.She spoke in Italian, and six men stepped towards Werewolf. “Tell them.”Werewolf nodded and pulled up the map on his tablet. He explained where the Aranya clubhouse was located and what he knew of the buildings. “Don, with your leave?” Nico asked and Sophia nodded.“Yes, bring him to me.” The men turned to leave. “Nico," Sophia warned, "do not spill any
Mother, I’m not sure who you think you are but let me assure you who you are not. – SophiaNico leaned over and spoke softly in Sophia’s ear. “Do not let her take hold again. You are in charge of her. You control her.”Sophia nodded and gave him a small smile. She needed the reminder. Shiloh only had to be Sophia for a little while longer. They were winning the last few hold outs over to their side. There were a few that her mother still had convinced that it should be her stepson to take the position.With Sophia at his side to make it legitimate.Otherwise, he was just another son of just another capo. Elizabeth did not want to admit that she had moved down the ranks of the family. When she had first married Joseph, he had been second in line to the throne. His older brother and wife were both killed only a few weeks after Joseph had married Elizabeth.Joseph would be the next to lead the family. But then, the inner war took place and Joseph was caught in the crossfire. His father,
I don’t give a damn how it’s done. I just want it done. – PaganPagan was hammering out his frustration along with the hot metal on the anvil. It was the second day of the meeting with the family, and he was missing his wife.He couldn’t help the smile that crept across his face when he thought of Shiloh as his wife.When it was confirmed who her family was, he understood why she did not want anyone to know that they were married. Until everything was settled, it could put him and his girls in danger. He didn’t understand everything about her family, but he knew it worked like the Saints.They had a family leader and CEO of the company. Shiloh was Nonno’s only living heir and should take his place. Be the next CEO. But it was not what she wanted.She would do it out of duty and obligation. And Pagan was certain that she would be good at it. Shiloh had a good mind for business and could lead the family and business with very little effort. But her heart was n
If it goes well, you will never have to use your old name ever again. – NicoPagan loved waking up in the morning with Shiloh in bed with him. Most mornings, he woke up with her sucking on his cock. Or his balls. Or moving between the two.This morning was no different. He moaned as his hips thrust up and she took him all the way down to his base.“Fuck, babe.” Pagan growled.She hollowed her cheeks and bobbed up and down on him. His hands fisted in her hair and guided her as she bobbed, and he thrust. Pagan pulled her off him and towards him for a kiss.“I need in you.” He said between kisses.Her hands moved to his shoulders as she moved up his body. He sat up and wrapped his arms around her waist and pulled her close. Shiloh wrapped her arms around his neck and legs around his waist. Moving his mouth to her neck, Pagan guided her onto his cock. “Pagan.” She sighed as his head pressed against her folds, sliding into her slickness. He growled again
I love you, Shy, but if you say you’re going to wear a white dress, I’m calling bullshit. – GertieSaturday after they got married, Shiloh went with some of the other ladies to a bridal shop. Surrounded by so much white and ivory, she and Gertie stood out. They looked at each other and shared a smile before they both busted out laughing.“Yeah…” Karan smirked. “I don’t know if we’re going to find anything for Shiloh here.”“Yes, we will.” Rye assured her as she walked towards the back of the large warehouse style store. The rest of the women all shrugged and followed her back. They weaved their way through racks and racks of gorgeous white, ivory and pale pink wedding gowns. There were large and puffy ones, others that were slim and fitting. And there were yards and yards of skirts, hundreds and thousands of beads. Satin, silk, taffeta and tule.Several of the women stopped to admire a gown or dress here and there. Mia pulled one out and held it in front of her.
I won’t even tell Toad. I’ll just tell him that we got the marriage license. – PaganPagan and Shiloh walked into the Shack holding hands just like they always did on Church nights. Ashlyn ran towards Priscilla to show the teen the new outfit. Alyssa headed for Athos to try to con him into a ride. Pagan was never sure if she was going to try for a ride on the bike, or a horse.Nessie looked at the couple as they came through the door from her usual table between the pool tables and the couches. She grinned at them, and Pagan headed towards her having learned not to avoid her. Nessie always knew way more than she should and said that the ghosts talked to her.Pagan had seen the poltergeist activity. Heard her say things about people that very few knew. “It looks good on yeh.” Nessie grinned at Shiloh. “What?” she asked quietly.“A new last name.”They both were quiet as they stared at her.“Yeh’ll not hear it from me. It’s not me place. We can put it
This is just for you and me. The other wedding will be for our girls. – Shiloh Shiloh walked into the front office of the fab shop and did not miss the loud annoyed sigh from the woman behind the counter. Pagan had told her about Carrianne and admitted that if it wasn’t that she was so freaking efficient, he would certainly fire her.But she kept the shop stocked with the iron and other metals that they needed. The other supplies and equipment were never low. Water and sports drinks were always on hand in the coolers and protein bars on the shelves. Project schedules were laid out with monthly, weekly and daily time allotments. Custom jobs were priced and bid for a hefty profit while not discouraging the buyer. Phones were answered when they had to be, although she preferred emails. And those were responded to within a business day at the most.Pagan knew that she did most of her work while she was at home, and he had no problems with it. Carrianne had told him onc
Most people make the mistake of overcooking the lasagna. – NicoOn the second Saturday of the new year, Nico invited himself over to teach the girls how to make authentic Italian lasagna. He showed up with almost all the ingredients that they would need. As he mixed up the pasta dough, he explained everything to the girls. Pagan and Shiloh sat at the table watching them. “Daddy always just thaws out the lasagna and puts it in the oven.” Ashlyn declared and Nico acted like he was going to die in the kitchen.Shiloh laughed at her cousin as he lay on the floor clutching his heart, mumbling a prayer in Italian. “I’ve made it from scratch before.” Pagan grumbled with a smile.“You never made the pasta.” Ashlyn pointed out.“Or the sauce.” Alyssa added.Shiloh laughed harder. “They have no loyalties to you when it comes to food.”“None.” Pagan agreed as Nico slowly and dramatically stood back up. The girls were helping him as he clutched the cabinet door
I don’t think that you understand your place within this family. – Elizabeth GiordanoPagan and Shiloh spent New Year’s Eve at the Shack while the girls went to a kid’s party over at Chance’s house. He knew that his new wife would not be comfortable with the New Year’s Eve activities and hosted the annual party for the kids. When Pagan had called Chance at ten in the morning, Rye answered the phone whispering.“Hey, Pagan.”“Good morning, Rye. How are the girls?”“Still asleep. Hang on.” Pagan could hear her moving around in their house and then she took a picture. A moment later, his phone chimed as the picture came through and he clicked the speakerphone button before he moved the phone so that both he and Shiloh could see the screen.Chance was lying on his back asleep on the living room floor. He had his niece, Morgan, asleep on one shoulder and Alyssa asleep on the other. He looked happy and content asleep surrounded by a dozen or more club kids.