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“You can't skip chapters, that's not how life works. You have to read every line, meet every character. You won't enjoy all of it. Hell, some chapters will make you cry for weeks. You will read things you don't want to read, you will have moments when you don't want the pages to end. But you have to keep going. Stories keep the world revolving. Live yours, don't miss out.”

― Courtney Peppernell, Healing the Heart

"Pillow Thoughts II: Healing the Heart"

by Courtney Peppernell

Once You Learn These Life Lessons, You Will Never Be the Same

Time is Finite: Cherish every moment; it’s the one resource you can never replenish.

Happiness Comes from Within: External validation is fleeting; true contentment is a personal journey.

Failure is Growth: Each setback carries the seeds of resilience and self-discovery.

Embrace Change: Life’s only constant is change; adaptability is your greatest ally.

Gratitude is Power: Recognizing blessings shifts your perspective and fosters abundance.

Self-Worth Matters: Value yourself first—what you accept is what others will mirror.

Authenticity is Freedom: Pretending to fit in traps you; living your truth liberates you.

Let Go of Control: Not everything is meant to be controlled; surrender brings peace.

Relationships Define Quality of Life: Invest in meaningful connections—they shape your happiness.

You Are Your Habits: Small, consistent actions compound into life-altering results.

These lessons reshape your mindset, aligning you with a more fulfilling, authentic existence.

UNBELIEVABLE

( He's a virgin)

Episode 17

Dean

I barged into my room as mum and dad followed me...

Dean,ask no questions just go to bed!" Dad said

No! What the freaking hell is going on?,franka is your daughter? My sister? And from the previous scene,you guys didn't deny that fact! But you sent her away!.why?" I asked really confused

Enough Dean! You mustn't know all,just forget that she ever came!" Mum scolded

Wow,I never knew that parents were this annoying!

Well,I'm stubborn too!

Okay,if you're not going to talk,then I'm leaving this house,I can't live with heartless people such as yourselves!leave my room" I said

Dean,pls don't leave.." Mum was saying when

Get out you two!" I said and they both left!

What heartless people!

I parked my things,and headed to Bianca's...

Gabby

I turned and there she was- bleeding

Oh my God!

I rushed to her immedietly..

Vance! Vance I'm sorry! Plss forgive me..wake up!" I said holding her

What have I done!

I had to call an ambulance that took her to the hospital at once

..

The doctor came out after a while..I rushed to him...

Doc,how is my Girl?" I asked feeling so restless

Mr Gabriel,she's having a slight migraine,she'll have to be admitted,but don't worry she'll be fine..." He said and I breathed out a bit..

Migraine isn't a good thing but thank God,she's not in a critical condition...

I went to her room and sat on her bed close to her,holding her hands..

I'm so sorry Vance,I didn't see you enter..forgive me,don't leave me,you know you're the only one left for me in this world" I said in tears..

Bianca

Who the hell are you?" I heared my dad's voice from downstairs

Oh you're the thief from the slums! Well I'm back now,so your service is no longer needed with my daughter! Get the freaking hell out!" Dad snapped

Dean is here!

He's here!

I came downstairs immediately and saw Dean with my dad...

Dad,let him be pls,he's my fiancee" I said holding dean's Hand that was shaking

Fake fiancée!" Dad chipped in

I thought you didn't like this guy!" Dad added

That was before!" I said and he rolled his eyes

Alright,run along...better get some sleep" dad said and I smilled and hugged him before moving upstairs with Dean

You never told me your Dad was back,and that he was this scary!" Dean whispered and I chuckled

We went upstairs to my room,after eating,just relaxing as he was telling me everything that happened in the Charles house...

From when he was at the super market till when franka came by..

I was in total awe,

so,you're a rich boy aren't you?" I said and he chuckled and pecked me

You can say that again but,I'll still keep working" he said and lay down flat on the bed and I lay on top of him...

I was in my nighties, I could feel his body vibrate at the touch of my body on him,especially the boobs..

Bianca,I want to do it the right way,after we're married, you're a woman and you need to be respected... I love you for real,like not faking it,and I'll like to marry you for real,let's wait till then okay" he said and I rolled her eyes

Just then my phone rang...

Gabby!" I said and Dean gave me a go ahead to pick it..

I put it on loud speaker..

Gabby,what is..." I was saying when...

Vance is in the hospital! Come right now I'm scared..I'll text you the address!" He said and hung up

Let's go Dean!" I said dragging dean who had a confused face,I was confused too,but I had to get to Vance first...

Dean drove me to the hospital..

Why will Gabby be worried about Vance? Do they know each other?" Dean asked irritating me

I don't know Dean, let's just get there first.

Upon getting there,we found Gabby holding Vance hands crying..

I didn't mean to hit you with the bottle love,pls forgive me,don't be angry at me,pls wake up!" He said in tears

What the! You hit her with a bottle?" Dean asked

I swear I didn't mean to! I didn't see her come in" Gabby was saying as I gave him a slap..

He can't do anything to me,Dean is right behind me..

It doesn't matter!you're going to jail right now,and nothing is changing that!" I said and started calling the police!

Bianca,Bianca no! I would never hurt Vance,I'm sorry for all I did to you,you can't send me to jail now! I want to be here when she wakes up! Dean pls convince her plss..Vance is my girlfriend,the love of my life,I would never hurt her on purpose pls" Gabby begged in tears,and for once I saw him in tears...

When did he fall for Vance,I don't get all this..

Nevertheless,he's going to jail for hurting Vance...

Dean

This is confusing!

Gabby is in love with Vance..

Its so visible in his eyes, he's even crying and begging...

Bianca,maybe you shouldn't be jailing him" I said to Bianca

No! The cops are already on thier way" she said holding Vance

man,I don't get it, you love Vance?" I asked him

Plss help me beg Bianca" Gabby was saying when the cops came and took him away

Just then Vance woke up...

Gabby!" She said waking up

Gabby? Isn't he the one that did this to you? What you love him now?or you've always loved him?"Bianca said and Vance froze..

Like she was keeping something

Where is he? He might have hurt himself from guilt..he can't do this to me on purpose" Vance said and Bianca froze..

Bianca sent him to jail few minutes ago" I said and Vance removed the drip from her body,wanting to get up!

TBC..

Season 2, Episode 9 : Supernatural Monster Hunter ( Afro ) “The Ashes of Neo-Eko”

Smoke coiled through the streets of Neo-Eko. The air smelled of ozone and blood. Neon lights flickered in the shattered windows of once-bustling towers. Across the skyline, shadow-creatures soared like vultures. The city was under siege.

Afro stood on the wreckage of a hover truck, looking out at the chaos. Below him, citizens ran for cover as wraiths dove from the sky, clawing at anything alive. He turned to Nya, who crouched beside a cluster of injured fighters.

“They’ll tear the city apart by dawn,” she said.

“We don’t wait for dawn,” Afro replied. “We end this tonight.”

From the smoke emerged a figure carrying a modified talking drum on his back — Bantu, the rebel sound mage. He wore soundproof robes and had tattoos that lit with every beat of his drum.

“I brought the echoes of the ancestors,” Bantu said, smiling grimly.

Together, they led a charge toward the central fusion core — the heart of Neo-Eko’s energy grid, now occupied by Iyami’s beasts. As they advanced, fireballs exploded around them, and holographic screens across the city displayed Iyami’s face, chanting forbidden incantations.

Bantu pounded his drum, sending shockwaves that disoriented the wraiths. Nya summoned a cyclone of glowing chains, binding shadow-beasts in the air. Afro moved like a blur, blades dancing through the chaos.

Inside the core tower, they were met by The Bone Guard — monstrous elite warriors made from reanimated human skeletons, covered in cybernetic plating and obsidian masks.

Afro charged first, striking down two with a spin, but the others adapted quickly. One caught his arm mid-swing, crushing his blade. Nya unleashed a lightning pulse, saving him just in time.

Bantu climbed a data terminal and began to broadcast ancestral frequencies — chants of warriors long past. The Bone Guard began to shake, their movements glitching.

“Keep going!” Afro shouted, dodging a spiked whip from one of the guards.

As they pushed deeper, the core itself began to destabilize. Red cracks opened on the floor, and strange vines wrapped in circuits rose from the earth. It was Iyami’s doing. She was merging the spirit realm with the city.

They reached the control altar. Afro plunged his remaining blade into its interface, overloading it. A shockwave tore through the tower, ejecting the spirit energy and halting the merge.

For a moment, the city went silent.

But then, in the sky, a portal opened—massive, pulsing, ancient.

Iyami was ready for the final stage.

Afro looked up, his chest heaving. “This isn’t over.”

8 lessons from The Art of Being Alone by Renuka Gavrani:

1. Embrace Solitude as Self-Care

Gavrani emphasizes that solitude should be viewed as an essential form of self-care. Being alone allows for emotional and mental recharge, leading to a deeper understanding of oneself and fostering personal growth.

2. Build a Strong Relationship with Yourself

Learning to enjoy your own company is vital. The book encourages readers to cultivate a strong, compassionate relationship with themselves, which lays the foundation for healthier relationships with others.

3. Silence as a Tool for Reflection

Silence is powerful in helping us listen to our inner voice. Gavrani suggests that by embracing silence, we open ourselves up to introspection and a clearer understanding of our thoughts and emotions.

4. Aloneness vs. Loneliness

Gavrani distinguishes between being alone and feeling lonely. Aloneness is a conscious choice for self-discovery and peace, while loneliness stems from a lack of connection. By appreciating time alone, we can reduce feelings of loneliness.

5. Use Alone Time for Creativity and Productivity

Solitude can be a productive space for creativity. Without distractions, you can focus on creative pursuits, hobbies, or self-improvement, finding inspiration in stillness.

6. Set Boundaries for Social Interactions

The book emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries in relationships to protect your energy. Gavrani encourages readers to balance social engagements with moments of solitude to maintain emotional well-being.

7. Find Joy in Simple Activities

Gavrani highlights the importance of finding joy in small, simple activities when alone, such as reading, walking, or journaling. These activities can bring peace and contentment without the need for external validation.

8. Develop Emotional Independence

One of the key lessons is to cultivate emotional independence. The book stresses that you don’t need to rely on others for happiness. By being emotionally self-reliant, you build resilience and inner strength.