Chapter Nine; Part One “Hey, I woke up, and you were gone. L.” I wake up to a text from Rembrandt. I feel guilty for slipping out, but I irrationally feel irritated as well. We’ve only had one date, and, yes, the fucking was phenomenal, but still. He doesn’t own me, and I don’t owe… Continue Reading
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Blogging My Murder; chapter eight, part two
Chapter Eight; Part Two I take a long, luxurious shower then stand in front of my closet to decide what to wear. I have plenty of time before my date, but I want to make sure I look tip-top. I haven’t dated in five years, and I’m nervous. I pull out one outfit after another,… Continue Reading
Blogging My Murder; chapter eight, part one
Chapter Eight; Part One I sit in the car and check the comments on my latest post about dating. There are a few comments about dating not being worth it, but there are many more that urge me to take a chance. MNborn writes, “After my horrible marriage fell apart, I told everyone who would… Continue Reading
Blogging My Murder; chapter seven, part two
Chapter Seven; Part Two “Yes?” The question is asked in a creaky, tremulous voice, and I have to strain to hear her voice. “Mrs. Ephrams? My name is Megan Liang, and I’m Julianna’s best friend. I would like to talk to you about the man you saw leaving the—” “When she was murdered. Of course.… Continue Reading
Blogging My Murder; chapter seven, part one
Chapter Seven; Part One “Oh, Araki. What am I going to do without you?” I mutter to myself, tears rolling down my face. The years stretch out in front of me, and I don’t have anything to fill them with. My job? Bullshit. Rembrandt? Too soon to say. My cats? Yes, they are the loves… Continue Reading
Blogging My Murder; chapter six, part three
Chapter Six; Part Three “Hey, Megan. How’re you doing?” “fine. well, no, not really. i left work early today because i couldn’t stand being there.” I fill him in on my day, and he’s properly sympathetic to my woes. He tells me about the house shoot he did today and how his client was a… Continue Reading
Blogging My Murder; chapter six, part two
“I’m going out for a while, but I should be home before too late.” I kiss Onyx and Jet on their heads before leaving, ignoring their cries as I do. I drive to South Minneapolis where my sister lives and sit in the car after parking. I steel myself for the encounter, taking several smooth,… Continue Reading
Blogging My Murder; chapter six, part one
Chapter Six; Part One “Megan! How are you? I heard about your friend, and I’m so sorry.” Sara pulls me into a hug, catching me unaware. “I’m fine,” I say sharply, placing my hands on her shoulders and pushing her away. I do not like being touched without my permission, especially by someone I don’t… Continue Reading
Blogging My Murder; chapter five, part two
Chapter Five; Part Two Speaking of Tessa, my phone rings her ring. I glance at my phone and remind myself that I need to block her number. I didn’t after I first caught her because I was in shock, and then inertia took its course. Her calls came less and less, and I hadn’t heard… Continue Reading
Blogging My Murder; chapter five, part one
Chapter Five; Part One “Mrreow!” I bolt awake to the sight of Onyx’s face inches from mine. Her eyes are small slits, and her fangs are showing. “Do not do that!” I push Onyx’s face away from mine, wincing as her breath hits my face. It stinks of salmon and kibbles, and I push it… Continue Reading