https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/4-5.mp4 She raised her arm and aimed toward the Tenebris that blocked her path—she stalled—and looked directly at it; hesitated again, she squinted and then threw the crystals she held at its side; a small explosion came soon after, giving off a slight popping noise. And as she predicted, the Tenebris glided toward the sound …
https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/4-4.mov Multiple Tenebris phased in and around the area—Jioni’s hands shook; she waved her arms, trying to get anyone’s attention; she moved them in a desperate plea. Her mouth remained shut to avoid detection by the Tenebris. But Brandon and Jolene had already run off in the opposite direction—focused and undistracted. Jioni narrowed her eyes. …
https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/4-3.mov Jioni reached for her side; her hands shifted around frantically as she patted herself. Then, her stomach clenched. “Of course. I forgot my satchel—and the nunchucks.” Her mind debated itself: turn back and grab a weapon or continue on this route. The clinic was so close. Suddenly, swishing sounds echoed through the street. A few …
https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/4-2.mp4 She regained herself and made her run to the clinic. In her scurry, she stumbled on some rocks. There were more of them on the floor. Slipping and sliding, she had no choice but to look down. Jioni jolted back. The rocks on the floor weren’t stone but crystals from the Tenebris. Stepping on …
https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/4-1.mp4 Jioni opened her eyes and stared above at the gaping hole in the ceiling. With the sun beaming straight overhead, the day was already halfway over. Her arm shot in pain, sending aching spikes from her shoulder to her wrist. The same hurt soon followed to her eye. Jioni clenched her teeth and groaned. …
https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/3-31.mov Jioni returned to her hammock and sat on it briefly before lying down. Her new heavy, firm, chipped arm made resting uncomfortable as she lay on her side. On top of that, her cheek was also rough when she attempted to use her hands as a pillow. Frustrated, she flipped over to her right. …
https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/3-30-2.mp4“All the Junior Agents are out there fighting. I admit I was kind of sort of hiding here.” Brandon smiled and readjusted his hoodie. “Now I kind of sort of wish I failed the exam.” “Don’t say that. Be proud of your accomplishments,” Jioni said. “ And remember to stay alert.” “Huh? What was that?” Brandon said. …
https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/3-29.mov Brandon stood up and picked up the crumpled-up note. He put it in his hoodie pocket. Before heading for the door, he looked at Jioni, who stood static. “You didn’t come back with ancient tech either, huh?” Brandon observed. “I didn’t. Today is just not my day.” “Then maybe tomorrow …
https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/3-28.mp4 “Called it, I called it. Jinxed it, maybe, but I called it!” Her breathing became difficult. “Do you know who wrote the note?” Brandon asked. “I think, I don’t know, maybe?” Jioni sat on the hammock and put her hands on her face—she didn’t cry—her skull pounded though the more she thought about it; …
https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/3-27.mp4 “I know you were worried about the brochure, so I came here immediately after practice to check…and I’m sorry, well, I found this on your hammock…” Brandon trailed off as he handed her a piece of paper. It was too dark to read. Jioni held the paper to the moonlight to decipher. Dear Jonesy, …
