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Prologue (completed)
Chapter 1: New Beginnings (coming soon)
DiMarco Family Tree (contains spoilers)
Brody’s friends invited him to hang out at ThrifTea for the first time since summer began. It was nice getting to catch up with everyone. Isaac was quickly becoming one of his closest friends. They shared a similar sense of humor.
He caught up with Avery as well. She was a bit shy like him, so they didn’t talk too much during the school year, but she was a nice girl.
Brody was still a little nervous to talk to Nadia. Besides, she was busy talking to some other friends. He took the opportunity to get a corndog as a snack. After eating Paul’s delicious cooking for so long, having junk food just made him feel a bit sick.
After he finished his corndog, he finally got a chance to talk to Nadia a bit, but she was sitting at a different table, so it wasn’t exactly the romantic situation he was hoping for. Hopefully, they would get the chance to spend some time alone together soon.
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Brody’s friends invited him to hang out at ThrifTea for the first time since summer began. It was nice getting to catch up with everyone. Isaac was quickly becoming one of his closest friends. They shared a similar sense of humor.
He caught up with Avery as well. She was a bit shy like him, so they didn’t talk too much during the school year, but she was a nice girl.
Brody was still a little nervous to talk to Nadia. Besides, she was busy talking to some other friends. He took the opportunity to get a corndog as a snack. After eating Paul’s delicious cooking for so long, having junk food just made him feel a bit sick.
After he finished his corndog, he finally got a chance to talk to Nadia a bit, but she was sitting at a different table, so it wasn’t exactly the romantic situation he was hoping for. Hopefully, they would get the chance to spend some time alone together soon.
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It was time to meet Ramona’s friend, Norah, and decide if she would be a good fit as a nanny for our family. She would just be coming over in the evenings to help with the younger kids while Paul cooks dinner and takes care of things around the house, but we were still nervous about having a stranger in the house.
We answer the door and she introduces herself.
“Hi, I’m Norah.”
“Hi Norah,” I say. “I’m Johnny, and this is my husband, Paul. It’s nice to meet you.”
“It’s lovely to meet you as well!”
“So, have a seat.” Paul gestures to the couch. “Ramona says you have a lot of experience with kids.”
“I do. I’ve been a nanny for a few years now, but the family doesn’t really need help anymore now that the kids are getting older.”
“That makes sense,” I say. “Would you mind if we asked for their contact information? We’d love to talk with them, just for the sake of a reference.”
“Not at all! They really want to help me find another job before I have to leave them.”
“That’s good! So, what kind of things do you do as a nanny?” Paul asks. “Aside from Ramona babysitting on occasion, we’re new to the whole nanny thing.”
“Well, I’m big on play. I’m an imaginative person, and the kids I take care of love to play pretend. Sometimes we go on nature walks or to the park.”
“That sounds perfect!” I tell her. “We live pretty close to the splash pad. Would you be willing to take the girls there sometimes?”
“Sure, I love the splash pad!”
We chat some more about stuff like certifications and pay expectations and then it’s time for Norah to leave. Paul and I both agree that she seems great, but we’ll have to check her references before we make a decision either way.
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It was time to meet Ramona’s friend, Norah, and decide if she would be a good fit as a nanny for our family. She would just be coming over in the evenings to help with the younger kids while Paul cooks dinner and takes care of things around the house, but we were still nervous about having a stranger in the house.
We answer the door and she introduces herself.
“Hi, I’m Norah.”
“Hi Norah,” I say. “I’m Johnny, and this is my husband, Paul. It’s nice to meet you.”
“It’s lovely to meet you as well!”
“So, have a seat.” Paul gestures to the couch. “Ramona says you have a lot of experience with kids.”
“I do. I’ve been a nanny for a few years now, but the family doesn’t really need help anymore now that the kids are getting older.”
“That makes sense,” I say. “Would you mind if we asked for their contact information? We’d love to talk with them, just for the sake of a reference.”
“Not at all! They really want to help me find another job before I have to leave them.”
“That’s good! So, what kind of things do you do as a nanny?” Paul asks. “Aside from Ramona babysitting on occasion, we’re new to the whole nanny thing.”
“Well, I’m big on play. I’m an imaginative person, and the kids I take care of love to play pretend. Sometimes we go on nature walks or to the park.”
“That sounds perfect!” I tell her. “We live pretty close to the splash pad. Would you be willing to take the girls there sometimes?”
“Sure, I love the splash pad!”
We chat some more about stuff like certifications and pay expectations and then it’s time for Norah to leave. Paul and I both agree that she seems great, but we’ll have to check her references before we make a decision either way.
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Brody was enjoying his summer so far. He spent some time working on his fitness goals. He was becoming more and more interested in working out.
He still took the time to do some more laid back things like playing video games. It was pretty cool to him that Johnny sometimes streams.
He hadn’t really had a chance to see Nadia since school let out. They were both a little shy to spend time alone after what happened on Prom night. He figured their paths would have to cross eventually whenever their friends decide to get together.
He did end up telling his parents about his kiss(es) with Nadia. They reminded him he could come talk to them if he had any questions about sex, but Brody’s mind hadn't even wandered that far yet.
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Sorella: Yup! Talked with Cordy about holding the cabaret at Sadie's. Just gotta message Deja and see how many people we can get to perform. Should be able to get a good crowd going. Oh, I'll need to see if we can have a bar set up or something.
Axel: We've a local bartender that usually will work show nights. Just hafta specify that you want them. Got our liquor license sorted last year.
Sorella: Perfect.
Envy: When will it be? I'll be sure to drag along some people.
Sorella: First weekend of next month. Nothing earlier than that with Fright Night.
Envy: Oh well of course! Can't wait for that. Mystress has a slot.
Sorella: You do?
Envy: Yeah! Spike is able to come out for a week so we can get some more local shows in. OH and I keep forgetting to ask, it's cool that he stays here right?
Sorella: Of course. He should.
Envy: Sweet! I'll go let him know!
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Axel: You ok?
Sorella: Why wouldn't I be?
Axel: [shrugs] No reason.
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Envy: Kay! He's getting here on the 28th! Going to be able to stay until November 2nd! Gonna be SO much fun! Should get a few shows in too!
Brody was enjoying his summer so far. He spent some time working on his fitness goals. He was becoming more and more interested in working out.
He still took the time to do some more laid back things like playing video games. It was pretty cool to him that Johnny sometimes streams.
He hadn’t really had a chance to see Nadia since school let out. They were both a little shy to spend time alone after what happened on Prom night. He figured their paths would have to cross eventually whenever their friends decide to get together.
He did end up telling his parents about his kiss(es) with Nadia. They reminded him he could come talk to them if he had any questions about sex, but Brody’s mind hadn't even wandered that far yet.
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It had been a few weeks since I applied to Britechester, and I’d been checking my application every day to see if they’d made a decision yet.
Finally, one day I checked and there it was–my acceptance letter.
I hurried downstairs to tell Paul the good news. He’d just put Lucas down for a nap, so I was a little more quiet than I wanted to be.
“I got in!”
“That’s amazing! I knew you would!”
“I was starting to worry I wouldn’t. I can’t believe I’m going to be a student again.”
“This is going to be so good for you, honey. I’m so proud of you!”
“Thanks, that means a lot! I guess that means we really have to buckle down and start planning for me being busy with school.”
“Yeah, we still need to find a nanny for the younger kids. Brody will be back in school soon, and I know we don’t want to saddle him with the responsibility of childcare anyway.”
“True, though he’s been a big help keeping the girls occupied this summer.”
“He has been.”
“I guess we should reach out to Ramona again. She did say she has a friend who’s looking for a nanny job.”
“I’ll take care of that. You have enough to think about right now.”
“I appreciate that. This is going to be tough, but I know we can get through it.”
“We certainly can.”
I’m glad I have such a supportive husband and family. It certainly makes the stress of going back to school much easier. I just hope we like this friend of Ramona’s.
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It had been a few weeks since I applied to Britechester, and I’d been checking my application every day to see if they’d made a decision yet.
Finally, one day I checked and there it was–my acceptance letter.
I hurried downstairs to tell Paul the good news. He’d just put Lucas down for a nap, so I was a little more quiet than I wanted to be.
“I got in!”
“That’s amazing! I knew you would!”
“I was starting to worry I wouldn’t. I can’t believe I’m going to be a student again.”
“This is going to be so good for you, honey. I’m so proud of you!”
“Thanks, that means a lot! I guess that means we really have to buckle down and start planning for me being busy with school.”
“Yeah, we still need to find a nanny for the younger kids. Brody will be back in school soon, and I know we don’t want to saddle him with the responsibility of childcare anyway.”
“True, though he’s been a big help keeping the girls occupied this summer.”
“He has been.”
“I guess we should reach out to Ramona again. She did say she has a friend who’s looking for a nanny job.”
“I’ll take care of that. You have enough to think about right now.”
“I appreciate that. This is going to be tough, but I know we can get through it.”
“We certainly can.”
I’m glad I have such a supportive husband and family. It certainly makes the stress of going back to school much easier. I just hope we like this friend of Ramona’s.
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Sorella: So I'm looking for a venue that I can book for a informal show type thing. A few of my theater friends and I want to put on a cabaret. Could we hold that here?
Cordy: Ahhh, sure! We don't have any openings until next month. Fright Night is taking up the last two weeks.
Sorella: That'll work! It'll take a bit of time to figure out logistics with everyone anyway.
Cordy: Mhmm, no worries. I'll pencil you in as a 'maybe' for the first weekend in November.
Sorella: Thanks! I'll let you know!
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Rae: Hey Sorella! Nice to see you again.
Sorella: You too! Finishing up?
Rae: Yup. Justin has officially added me to the band! Gave me the rest of the song demos to listen to so I can get to writing the guitar parts.
Sorella: They're bound to be fantastic.
Rae: Thanks. Glad it's working out. Didn't think I'd be having this much fun after college.
Sorella: What's your degree in?
Rae: [snorts] Business. Which I kinda got just because I didn't know what else to get. But what the hell am I gonna do with it??
Sorella: [laughs] It's the degree that all my high school teachers said were good “just in case”.
Rae: Mine too! I guess it's something to fall back on but I sure hope I don't need to use it.
Sorella: Well my roommate is convinced Blue Romance will be massive, and she knows all there is to know about music-
Alim slipped the band onto Juniper’s finger. “ Finally. “ Alim said, gently stroking her cheek.
“ Finally.” Juniper affirmed. “ My turn. “
She slipped Alim’s band on his finger, sealing their union.
Their union was officially binding, witnessed and affirmed by royalty.
They stood in stillness for a moment, seeing each other with new eyes. They were no longer lovers having to hide their devotions away, they were partners.
Otis: I'm sorry, pumpkin. I have to. I'll see you next weekend, ok?
Juliana: [sniffles] Oki....
Otis: Time will fly, I promise.
Gemma: Never feels like it does.
Otis: I know. I'm sorry-
Gemma: Otis, there's nothing to apologize for. Text when you get back to the dorm?
Otis: Of course. And I'll call when it's bedtime for them.
Gemma: Sounds good. Love you.
Otis: Love you too.
Ken: Otis? Might we talk for a moment? I know you have a train to catch, so I won't keep you long.
Otis: Of course, Sir.
Ken: Please, you may call me Ken. You're in school at Foxbury Law, correct?
Otis: Yes.
Ken: Excellent school. And you have a part time job in Windenburg?
Otis: Yes. At my uncle's restaurant. In the kitchen.
Ken: I see. From what I gather you're reliant on trains to get everywhere. Which is why you have such limited time here, trains are far and few between to the Bay.
Otis: Yes, sir. Ken. Sorry. I really do need to catch one now. It's the last of the day.
Ken: Let me finish my thoughts. Can you drive?
Otis: Yes.
Ken: If you had a car, would you have more time to be here?
Otis: Yes, but I can't afford one right now.
Ken: Well, I can. I have a spare car that I would like to gift to you. It's paid in full and on my insurance so you wouldn't need to worry about that. Nothing fancy, but a good car for car seats. Safe. I assume you would occasionally use it for my granddaughters.
Otis: That's incredibly generous of you, but I can't accept that.
Ken: Why not?
Otis: I'd be too much in your debt.
Ken: Ah. That is precisely the reason why you must accept it. I am far more in your debt than I can ever make up for.
Otis: I don't follow.
Ken: If you had not seen what was going on with her... If you hadn't been there for her... Checked in on all of them consistently... I'm positive he would have eventually killed her. How can I ever truly repay you for saving my daughter's life?
Otis: I didn't-
Ken: You did. At minimum you are one of the reasons I didn't have to bury my baby girl. I see how sad she is that you can't be around more, and that is something I can fix. Please. Take the car.
Otis: Ok.
Ken: Thank you. It's down in the garage for you. Do you still need to leave now? Or can you stay for dinner?
I don't know how to explain other than to say the brain worms demanded I make this. I like to imagine this is exactly what Vlad, Alice, and Akira did after the trial ended.
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When Alice returns, the energy of the courtroom shifts. Everyone is still frothing at the mouth, but they also seem to be hanging back, waiting to see what the God of Death will do. The room is abuzz with whispers and speculation.
“Hi everyone, can you quiet down? I have a few things to say, and then we’re going to wrap up this trial, and I am taking a break.”
No one stops.
“Alright, let me rephrase. Everyone who doesn’t want me to forsake their souls to wander in everlasting darkness, shut the fuck up.”
The effect is instantaneous. Except for one man. “Hey, Alice. Wolfgang here. I know you said you’re taking a break, but the apocalypse is—”
“A result of my divine will. Akira?” Alice points at Akira, who steps forward.
“If you got a problem and your name ain’t Evan, you can come back and visit during the God of Death’s office hours.”
Wolfgang startles. “And when is that?”
“Whenever the fuck I tell you.”
“Until then, feel free to direct your questions to me,” Vlad sweeps out a hand, his smile way too wide. “I will be answering the ones I don’t like with violence. I will also be answering the ones I do like with violence. Are there any questions?”
The blonde man’s mouth snaps shut, and he steps back.
“Great! Let’s all get on the same page, shall we?” Alice claps her hands and turns to the Erinyes. “I’m not gonna pretend that I’ve been a god for more than a few hours. But the fact remains that I am a god. I’m your god. And just in case you were confused, you’re in my realm.” She glares at them. “And in my realm, I decide how things are gonna run, including this stupid fucking trial. If I decide you’re not gonna eat someone, then you won’t. You’ll take scraps if that’s what I want, and you’ll thank me for it.”
“Of course,” Meg mumbles.
“Our apologies, your godliness,” they say as a collective.
Alekto looks at Evan. “You risked everything coming here. And then threatening us with a bat?”
Tiliphousia picks up for her sister. “It was impressive.”
Megaera grins. “We still would have killed you, but yes, you are braver than you look, Evan O’Neil.”
With that, the three sisters return to their seats. Alice is clearly not done. She turns her attention to Edith. “Another thing about this being my damn realm is that I decide who is allowed in. If I want my boyfriends here, which I do, then they’ll be here. And while I appreciate all the help maintaining things in my absence, it's not your job to run me. Does that make sense?”
Edith opens her mouth, fury on her face.
“The only answer to this question is a silent nod.”
“But also nod if you’re willing to accept an invitation to my niece’s 11th birthday party as my apology for shoving. There will be cake, which you may not like, but also arson, which I think you will. Ask your parents.”
Evan makes a mental note never to let Vlad babysit, though he does notice Edith’s small smile.
Alice turns to the Embodiments. “I was really afraid of you. How crazy is that?” She laughs. “Everyone keeps calling you my powers, but honestly, I don’t see it. Mostly, I think you guys are assholes. And if you’re mad because you think you have to stay here and do stuff for me, then let me relieve you of that duty.”
“But if you do want to stay here in my realm, then you’re going to respect my boundaries. Stay the hell out of my head, and quit gaslighting me until I don’t know my own mind. I…” she swallows hard. “I’m not letting anyone do that to me anymore.”
It’s a tense moment. But one by one, the Embodiments nod.
Satisfied, Alice nods. “Evan, I don’t think you need to be cross-examined because, well, I want to bring your husband back. You clearly love him.” She pauses. “But objectively, this was an insane thing to do. Seriously, you could have died so many times. I know you did it out of love, but I also think you did it out of guilt, and you gotta let that go, my dude. So be free, learn from this, and the only thing I ask is that if you see someone else struggling, you help.”
“Actually,” she taps a finger to her chin. “I think I’m gonna make it a new job: Director of Afterlife Anonymous. You’ll run a group for the newly departed, help them work through their guilt and their grief, and don’t worry, I’ll make sure you have a nice long lifetime to do it.”
“Yes, and if you ever have another run of murderous demons, call us,” Vlad says. “I love trying new food.”
“Once,” Akira adds. “You can call us once for free. Anything after that is considered a favor, and we will collect, so choose wisely.”
“You can’t pay us in simoleons because Akira thinks money is disgusting, but I totally feel like you can come up with something else,” Alice whispers. “Anyway,” she clears her throat. “If there’s anything you want the court to know, now is your time to say it.”
Evan freezes, the words hitting him so hard his mind blanks. For a heartbeat, he can only stare at her, breath caught somewhere between his ribs and his throat.
A job. She’s giving me a job. Director of… Afterlife Anonymous?
He swallows, tongue darting over dry lips as he forces sound out of his tightening chest.
“I… I get a job?” His voice comes out thin, disbelieving. “That’s the verdict? I’m not…” His gaze flicks to the Erinyes, who are still eyeing him like a dessert tray. “...going to be eaten?”
A tremor runs through him. His whole body feels wired, overcharged, as if someone had plugged him into a light socket. “A support group for the newly dead,” he repeats, dazed. The words feel unreal in his mouth. His thoughts spin, threatening to slip out of his grasp entirely.
He forces himself to breathe. To think.
“If… if this means Jayden is alright,” he manages, voice shaking but becoming firmer, “then I’ll do it. Whatever you need. I’ll use what I learned—everything I went through—to help them.”
A beat. A flicker of fear.
How am I supposed to explain this to Jayden? How am I going to tell him I got sentenced to run ghost therapy?
But he lifts his chin anyway, because the only thing that matters is Jayden.
“I’ll do it,” he repeats, his confidence growing knowing he was going home and Jayden was going to be there waiting for him.
“Glad to hear it.” She smiles as Vlad and Akira come to stand beside her. The next part of their conversation is soft. Evan only overhears because he’s standing so close.
“Okay, you’re exhausted,” Akira says. “I’m exhausted, and also I promised Vlad a reward for behaving that we would all like, so we should find somewhere to rest.”
“I hope it’s clear that reward is sex. Whatever else happens on this adventure, that is the next thing,” Vlad insists.
“Yeah, I know. I offered the reward,” Akira huffs. “And then we’ll deal with the zombies—”
“And my pizza,” Alice says.
He laughs and tilts her chin up. “Yeah. That too. You did a good job. You are absolutely a baddie. Now, how hard is it to clear us all out and send Evan home?”
“Not hard at all.” Alice flicks her hand.
At first, it doesn’t even seem like magic happened, but then Evan looks around and finds that the courtroom is empty. He tries to make sense of it, but before he can even form a thought, he’s home.
