1. A ritual

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What could go wrong in a book shop? Normally nothing much, considering it contains items that collect dust. But when you get a certain type of item from that particular place, you can be sure shit is about to happen.

My friend Annabella was interested in such shops. Especially because the shelfs are filled with the art of black magic and the occults. There is not one day where she doesn't come around my place with a new book under her arm to show off. And this night was just the same, she just has to show me her newest edition for her tenth bookshelf. I have to admit it though, being a bookworm myself, I am jealous of her large collection.  Her stupid obsession however,  is nothing I am all too fond of, since I don't know much about this topic.

Even though she knows me well, Annabella just keeps banging on about it, till my ears are bleeding. And I get the feeling it gets worse every year. Because of this, we had our certain routines, like choosing the activities for each night. Normally it is cooking, movies or chatting about boys, the usual stuff anyone can relate to. That way, she won't bug me with it every evening. And since we live from door to door, it was no surprise that she was around every night.

Don't get me wrong, my life isnt only about her.  I have a loving boyfriend, a wonderful neighbour girl that is like a daughter to me and of course... Annabella. I wouldn't trade this life for anyone mind, it might sound boring to some, but it completes me. I feel loved.

Anyway, today way one of those evenings, where I could hear her humming outside.

Without the need to knock, she entered, caring one of the biggest books she bought so far. I knew she was into 'heavy'litature, but that was a bit extrem. It was almost as tall and a size of a printer.

My boyfriend left us alone, hanging out with his own folks at the pub. He doesn't like the stuff my friend talks about, or her in particular. He just find her creepy as hell. For my sake, he is friendly towards my friend, but that didn't stop him from leaving in a hurry before he sees ehr face.  Speaking of  Annabella, she appeared with a wide smile at the door. My brow was already rup, as her lips began to form the words, "...look what I got this morning~"

I paused, before pointing to my lips, "...a facelift?"It was rather obvious on what she meant, since the item was shoved right into my face. I just couldn't resist to piss her off.

Her smile dropped immetiately, followed by a deep growl, "Very funny Y/N"

I couldn't help myself but sigh at this. Another stupid ritual to summon something that won't even show up. I lost count on how many times we tired, from summoning a werewolf, a bloodhound, demon, ghost, wendigo, Nessie and so on. It ever worked once, but her favourite phrase was always a simple, "I must have missed on something."

I know what it is...a change of hobby. Trust me I tried to tell her that, but as you can see...no chance there...

"Hey Y/N can you get me some candles and a match?"

...but, it never hurt to try it again, "Bells, I don't mean to ruin your little game, but, can't we just watch a movie or something? This stuff doesn't work anyway."Her expression was as usual, closed eyes, inhaling and...

"Because I missed on to something to make it work"

...release the phrase.

It was clear that Anna is annoyed by this, "Really, just try be optimistic for once"

I nodded, "Okay, I am optimistic...that it won't work."

"Fuck you Y/N, your just jealous that I can communicate with the other world."

I nudged ehr side playfully, "What about the situation at the supermarket?"

"Putting your hands in the freezer isnt the aura of a ghost!"

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