Barnabus had grown weary of listening to his “passengers” incessant chatter. He had only intended to leave with Pug, but encountered so many pleading voices along the way that he could not leave them to be destroyed. Many of them had been turned to things of fear by people’s beliefs and not began their existence... Continue Reading →
The Nightmare Plague: The Walking Storm
Bilal enjoyed the warmth of the setting sun on his fur. The moment was so blissful that he was able to block out the sounds of a busy city. He prefers the morning light, slowly heating the world and driving back the darkness. It was a signal of a respite from the constant hunt for... Continue Reading →
The Nightmare Plague: Enveloped in Shadows
The route through the cave passages went from colossal avenues to narrow passages. The bear remembered the path quite well, even after so much time. He never cared for the place, feeling that it was a cliche nightmare, that of the monster in the cave. Every passage he passed held eyes watching him, but none... Continue Reading →
The Nightmare Plague: Eyes of Violet
Marley was leaning back on a rock staring into the distance when Barnabus returned. Although he made no sound, she always knew when he was near. He sat and leaned on the rock just close enough for their shoulders to touch. She turned her head and looked at him out of the corner of her... Continue Reading →
The Nightmare Plague: The Children of Bilal, Complete
He stood on the roof’s edge, sweeping his gaze across the city. So many were sleeping peacefully elsewhere, but this place was alive with sounds of life. Street vendors were gaily calling out to those passing by, bright lights cast their colors across those searching for tonight’s pleasure, and over all of this were the... Continue Reading →
The Nightmare Plague: The Children of Bilal, Part Five
Irfaan gasped, his words emerging breathlessly. “Bilal, what is that?” The older bear looked as shocked as his companion. “I have no idea,” he stated, “it isn’t a ghost or a phantasm. However, it is also between us and the door. Isn’t there a window behind us?” “There is.” “Then we should be exiting through... Continue Reading →
The Nightmare Plague: The Children of Bilal, Part Four
Bilal gripped Irfaan by the shoulder and, with a warm smile, led the younger bear down a maze of alleys. Another tormented soul was pulling at the bear and he was pleased to see that his new friend was reacting to it. “Just remember,” Bilal stated, “try not to get lost in all the cries... Continue Reading →
The Nightmare Plague: The Children of Bilal, Part Three
Reassuring himself that the brothers were safe, the bear slipped back into the night, searching for the next task. Retracing his steps, Bilal could again hear the sounds of merriment, but something caught his attention. There was a pile of fabric stuffed behind some bins and, when it was pulled into the light, he was... Continue Reading →
The Nightmare Plague: The Children of Bilal, Part Two
There were so many nightmares drawing his attention, but Bilal focused on two brothers. Their dreams had become intertwined, tainted by another presence. They slept fitfully, any rest disrupted by whatever was preying upon them. Rather than sitting outside to avoid intruding on their home, Bilalslipped into the small apartment. The dwelling was one room... Continue Reading →
Quiet Dreams 