Phantom Island

 “What did I say to you?” Kelly asked. “I’m not sure I remember the exact words, but they were something … Continue reading Phantom Island-Story 8-Part 4-“Mr. McCray”

Duncan paused his story while the waitress refilled their coffees. He looked at the lady in front of him. He … Continue reading Phantom Island-Story 8-Part 3-“Mr. McCray”

Kelly felt her breath catch as she wondered who this man was, how they had met and what she had … Continue reading Phantom Island-Story 8-Part 2-“Mr. McCray”

As Kelly sat in the old diner booth, she reflected on her long life and retraced the steps that had … Continue reading Phantom Island-Story 8-Part 1-“Mr. McCray”

Derek couldn’t speak. He hung up the phone and went back into the bathroom. Janet was out of the tub … Continue reading Phantom Island-Story 7-Part 4-“Derek and Lauren”

Derek and Blake followed the mortuary van back to the hospital. It was a mostly silent ride, as both men … Continue reading Phantom Island-Story 7-Part 3-“Derek and Lauren”

After the awkward photo shoot and a long, silent drive, Derek and Janet reached the hospital. He was trying not … Continue reading Phantom Island-Story 7-Part 2-“Derek and Lauren”

Derek wanted to go after Kelly but his feet wouldn’t carry him. He wanted to thank her but his voice … Continue reading Phantom Island-Story 7-Part 1-“Derek and Lauren”

Octavian and the captain had stayed up late that night discussing a mixture of military strategy and wedding plans. They … Continue reading Phantom Island-Story 6-Part 4-“Octavian”