Chapter 3 - James

A Chapter by Alexis Joy

James Blair was a callous type. He showed almost no emotion; when he did, it was subtle.

His little sister was on her magenta bike and her hands were shaking. "Don't worry, I won't let go," James said soothingly.

What are you waiting for? James Blair thought to himself. Are you waiting for some universal signal telling you to GO? What is holding you back?

James frowned, like always. He flipped his blonde hair away from his green eyes, and focused on helping his little sister.

But something didn't feel quite right. There was a change in the previously idle wind, his pulse started to quicken, and his head felt heavy. James shook his head, trying to get rid of his worries. Annie, his little sister, wobbled on the bike. She hit the asphalt as James rushed to help her.

"You said you wouldn't let me fall," Annie whimpered.

"I'm sorry, Annie, I have no idea what I was distracted by," James sputtered.

Annie giggled. "I'm just messing with you," and she stuck her tongue out.