《Million pieces》18
Advertisement
It's been a week since the surgery and Meredith has been cleared to go home. Derek helped her change her clothes and helped her in a wheelchair and covered her with a blanket before wheeling her to their car and helping her in
"Will the kids be okay?" Meredith asked. In the past week the kids haven't seen Meredith much because of the hours of PT, their school schedule and the reaction Zola had when Alex suggested to go see Meredith
Zola apparently had been the most scared. it became obvious when they stayed a night at Arizona and Callie's house when she was avoiding Arizona. Sofia had a talk with Zola
"My mom still can do almost everything that she could before" Sophie said as she saw Zola watching out of the window
"I'm just scared to see my mom"
"Why? She's still your mom and her leg won't change a thing. You can still talk with her, you can still cuddle, she can still come see you compete in math contests"
" I know" Zola sighed "What if I hurt her?"
"Then you apologize and ask what you can do to help her"
"It's not the same! Your mother lost her leg when you were little, you barely remember it" Zola sighed
"Well then, let's go see my mom and ask her the questions you're scared off
"I'm sure the kids are waiting to see you" Derek said
"Can you make sure they don't see it
"Okay" Derek said and grabbed her hand, squeezing it tight.
They arrived at the house after a long drive. It didn't feel as weird anymore to not leave the car and stay in instead of looking at the city
Derek helped Meredith in the wheelchair, immediately covering her with the blanket again and opening the front door
Advertisement
"The kids must be upstairs" Derek whispered
"Can you help me on the couch?" Meredith asked
Derek lifted her up and placed her on the couch, stuffing her with pillows and adjusting the blanket on top of her
"Mommy!" Bailey yelled from upstairs "Dad, why didn't you tell mommy was already home?" Bailey gasped and ran downstairs
"Mommy!" Ellis followed but stopped in her tracks
"Come one Ellie! Mommy's home" Bailey grabbed her hand
"Mer? Are you already home?" Amelia asked as she ran into the room, holding a basket full of laundry "I'm sorry, we had banners!" Amelia apologized and put the basket on the ground "How are you?"
"I'm good.." Meredith smiled. "Where's Zola?" She asked as Bailey cuddled close
"Careful bud" Derek warned him
"Mom?" Zola's voice was heard from upstairs
"Hi ZoZo" Meredith smiled and reached her hand out
Zola slowly made her way over to meredith
"I'm sorry mommy for acting so weird" Zola whispered and sat down next to Meredith
"Hey, it's okay. It's scary and don't be scared to touch me, okay?" Meredith opened her arms, allowing Zola to hug her mother
"Can we sit with you?" Ellis asked
"Let me help you" Derek said and helped the kids on the couch next to their mother as they turned on a movie
"When will you get the robot leg?" Bailey asked
"Once the wound is healed" Meredith smiled and rubbed his head "You're so silly"
"Will it really be a robot leg? Will it be scary? Will you be able to play with me?" Ellis kept rambling
"Hey, little one.. I'll have different legs for different occasions and it can be scary and that's okay and yes, I'll be able to play with you. I might just be a bit slower in the beginning"
Advertisement
"Kay" Ellis whispered and laid her head against Meredith
"Can we see it?" Bailey asked out of the blue
"No" Meredith quickly respond as she saw Zola standing up, ready to leave
"It's not healed yet" Derek softly added, giving a concerned look at Meredith
"Zo" Meredith whispered and reached her hand out
"I need to use the bathroom" the older girl quickly responded
Meredith gave her a sad nod
"Don't worry, Mer. I'll go talk to her" Derek said and run off upstairs.
Meredith, Bailey and Ellis laid down on the couch watching a movie and as time went by, Zola and Derek joined
"I'm sorry mommy" Zola apologized and carefully say down
"Don't apologize. Come sit here" Meredith was patting the couch. She could feel Zola being tensed up but rubbed her arm a bit and she seemed to actually calm down
Advertisement
Fall of a Civilization - Modern Apocalypse
Today was an ordinary day. The same day as every day. The start of a monotonous day for some while being an exciting one for others. Today was supposed to be the latter for me. My first day in an abroad country, coming here for my studies. But everything changed when the world started spewing monstrosities, abhorrent creatures, and powers. This is the story following Rudy, who gets trapped in a foreign country when the world decided to metaphorically flip its table. If the [horror] tag didn't already tell you, this story tries to give more focus to the monsters than other Litrpg's and also intends to have a much more serious tone. My writing may be sub-par as I am a starting writer, but I promise to strive and improve as I keep writing along with your feedback and response. Updates will be at every 3 days.
8 162The Gam3
The Earth is changing. Aliens invaded, bringing with them social upheaval, advanced technology and an armada of peacekeeping robots. But Alan, a college student pursuing a now-useless degree, cares little about all of this. He has only one thing on his mind: the Game. A fully immersive virtual reality, the Game appears to be a major part of the invading civilization. And Alan can't wait to play. Soon though, he realizes the Game is anything but simple, and the stakes are higher than he ever imagined. Member of A group of excellent litRPG fictions on RRL! The first book is now out on Amazon!
8 186Lord of the Night
My name is Laoch. I have stained the plains of the Badlands with blood. I have made legions vanish and knights weep for their mothers. I have started and ended ages with the swing of a sword. I have stolen the souls of the wicked and the just. I have walked paths in the night that dragons fear to fly over in the day and led armies of skeletons against creatures that men fear too much to fight.I have returned, and this is just the begining. I will regain what was once mine. Stand in my way at your peril.My name is Laoch, the Skeleton King, if you have not heard of me. You surely will. Follow the newly summoned Skeleton as he discovers his purpose while carving out a place he can call home in a confusing new world. .
8 169Duellum Magica
Nero and his twin brother Daemon are the newest members of the Arnaldos, the royal family of Anzino. The Arnaldo family is a long line of blood-born Sorcerers, and have used their magic to bring peace and prosperity to the kingdom. On their 18th birthday, every Arnaldo has a large celebration, and they show off their newly manifested magical power. When Nero's display of power fails, there are whispers in the halls of Castle Anzino. Is he sick? Is he cursed? How embarrassing, to be the only non-magical person in a magical family! To escape the shame of his lack of power, Nero sets out on a journey to find a way to manifest his birthright. He travels to far away kingdoms, over treacherous landscapes and through dangerous territories, trying to set himself free of the burden of everything he should have become. Back in Anzino, with Nero presumed dead, the power of Crown Prince Daemon grows, fueled by his anguish. When he inherits the throne, he bans the use of all magic throughout the kingdom. He rules with a ruthless iron fist, and word of the tyrannical king eventually reaches Nero. But what can Nero do? Can he obtain the magic he always wanted so desperately? Can he amass a following and build up enough strength to return to Anzino and put an end to his brother's tyranny? Or will his misfortune follow him no matter where he goes?
8 59Love story//JaceNorman
Jace Norman and Ella Edwards,23 had been dating for 9 years but little did they know that the story was only just beginning Copyright ©salutingjerrie 2016
8.18 196A Spark in the Wind
Though there has been mistrust between the Kingdom of Alinor and the Forest Kingdom for thousands of years, Prince Meneldir has naught but love in his heart for Lord Vilyánur, his oldest and closest friend.But something's coming: something that will turn their lives upside down, something that will consume them and everything they hold dear should they fail to unite their two kingdoms into one and rise up against this threat.But then comes the real question: if you tamper with essential forces of nature to save the one you love, is it even worth it? What can be the result of such an action? Is a world claimed by decadence and degeneration even worth saving? The board is set, the pieces are moving.[A WATTYS 2018 SHORTLISTER] [ALSO SHORTLISTED FOR INDIAN AWARDS 2019]
8 111