Fragments (Alabaster Penitentiary, #4)
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by Nyla K.
Read between September 6 - September 8, 2025
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“The thing about evil,” she whispers, “is that it masquerades as good. True evil doesn’t look like a monster with horns and a forked tongue. It’s beautiful, charming, and powerful… An exceptional liar, and a master at manipulating its camouflage.” She falls quiet once more. And I sit, helpless, with my mind aching in emotional logic. “There are no heroes in this world, Lex. Just villains with a better disguise.”
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It’s the most comforting truth of all… I’m not afraid of being bad. In fact, I prefer it. You think I’m evil, Dad? Well, guess what? You ain’t seen nothing yet. I’ll show you a fucking villain.
Holly Zav
Did someone said daddy issues?
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We’re already in Hell. Whether it’s wrong or not, I will keep Lex Luthor Deon here so he can burn with me forever.
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he looks like the tastiest, most innocent little snack ever. So sweet… Pure and unsullied in so many ways. Maybe some people would want to preserve that. But not me. I want to be all manners of bad with him, for him… on him. Shit, I probably sound so toxic, but I want to ruin everything about this boy so he’s mine forever.
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But just know, every moment I’m with you… is fireworks over the ocean.”
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Dating in prison is like being in a long-distance relationship when you’re right next to each other.
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when people treat you like a villain your whole life, eventually you become one.
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“You’re my weakness, Lex. You, just the way you are… my goddamn kryptonite.”
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it’s all you, baby. I always knew it would feel like this with you.” “Like what?” I kiss his jawline. “Fireworks,” he sighs, and I grin. “Over the ocean?” He chuckles. “Mmm… the best kind.”
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“You shouldn’t be afraid to want to change me, Lex… I’m overdue for a few updates.” I snort a laugh into his hair. “You’re using nerd terms. I’m so proud.” “I try,” he hums.
Holly Zav
Lol
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“You’re a hot mess, Warren.” He nods. “The messiest.” “And the hottest.” My mouth sweeps into a smile while we kiss slowly. “Are you my mess?” “All yours,” he murmurs. “You’re like my housekeeper.”
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“No one’s ever belonged to anyone harder than you belong to me.”
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Lexington Deon is finally mine. He’s the balm to smooth my every scar.
Holly Zav
<3
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“Don’t stop holding me, baby…” he hums, curling up on my chest. “Never letting go of you. Mine.”
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After all, it’s our pain that makes us what we are… Invincible.
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May you forever hold each other’s hands through the chaos of life… Toss up your middle fingers, and tell the world to fuck off.”