Once You're Mine (Possessing Her)

by Morgan Bridges

Family isn’t defined by a number of people or the social construct. It’s defined by the number of heartbeats, shared laughs, and a love that goes beyond borders or restrictions.

“You need me. Not this fucking job or anything else,” he says. “Now, get in the car before I carry you.”

“Don’t try to run,” he says, staring into my eyes. “I can see you want to, but don’t.” “Why?” “I will always chase you.”

I sneak a glance at him. “No one’s ever called me that.” “And no one else ever will.”

“I’ll fuse your broken pieces with mine. Together, we’ll be whole, Callie.”