Category: Writing
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Midas Touch: Chapter 15
“In what can only be described as a modern-day miracle, St. Earnest Women’s Hospital has been visited by what people have been calling the Flame Blessing. Two women from an organization called the Order of the Flame started healing multiple people. Over a dozen women have been cured of terminal diseases. “We have verified with…
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Midas Touch: Chapter 14
“The North had many advantages against the South. Namely, their industrial and economic power. They had . . .” Karlee yawned as the lecture droned on. College was fun and all, but the freshman classes were pretty boring. Karl hadn’t been much of a scholar, and Karlee wasn’t one either. But, she needed to push…
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Midas Touch: Chapter 13
Cassidy knocked on the door and walked inside the office. “Welcome back,” Juliet said. “I trust your interview went well.” “Of course,” Cassidy said. “I know exactly what they’re looking for, and I have the right qualifications.” Having the top buttons on her blouse open also helped a bit. She rubbed her shoulders. As useful…
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Midas Touch: Chapter 12
“Have you seen this person?” Karlee said holding a flyer with a picture of her brother. The student ignored her, only sparing a casual glance. Undeterred, she approached the next pedestrian. “Excuse me, have you seen this person?” The guy shook his head and said, “Sorry, I’ll keep my eyes out for him.” He took…
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Midas Touch: Chapter 11
Jacques sighed as he looked at his notes; he tried visiting with Alec’s family again, but nothing. He hadn’t had any more leads. Jacques made his way to the landlord’s apartment; maybe he’d have some information. “Simon! I know you’re in there,” a woman yelled at the landlord’s door. “Excuse me,” Jacques asked. “Are you…
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Midas Touch: Chapter 10
“So, how do you know this man again?” David asked as he stared out the car window in wonder. They had stopped at the gate of a huge mansion. They were waiting for the security guard. “He was a roommate back in college,” Cassidy responded. “We interacted a few times when I was a police…
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Midas Touch: Chapter 9
Simon adjusted his glasses as he peered out the window. Even though he had just gotten his glasses a few days previously, they didn’t fit very well. He saw David return to his apartment with two girls. Every time he saw David, Simon saw him with a new girl. Simon couldn’t help but worry about…
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Midas Touch: Chapter 8
“Okay, Alex, let’s set some boundaries,” David said. Alex and David were sitting on one of the beds in the hotel; Rachel was reading on the couch. After many hours of driving, David felt exhausted. Under normal circumstances, driving all day would be very tiring; but with Alex, it was more so. She had no…
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Midas Touch: Chapter 7
Sam pouted at David. “I can’t believe you went to the waterpark without me.” She blushed and turned around. “I even got a new swimsuit I wanted to show off.” “I’m sorry. I promise I’ll take you next time,” David said. Sam turned back around, her eyes shining. “You promise?” David nodded. “Now, what are…
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Midas Touch: Chapter 6
“How did this happen?” Sophia asked, staring at the mirror. Her hands shook as she stared with bafflement at her new body. She pinched herself. “It’s real. You did this?” “I found some magic a short time ago,” David said. “Now, whoever I touch becomes younger.” He thought it best to leave the part about…
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