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This will be my first official book. There is room for criticisms and appreciations. It's titled "The Community". So sit tight with your pop corn as I take you through my imagination.

P. S- This is a fantasy book. Though it has a little bit of reality, but it's purely Fantasy. So sit tight and enjoy.


Chapter 1
A Dream Again!
Chapter synopsis - Jose tries to get familiar with his neighbourhood but weird things happens.


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   Jose woke abruptly. He looked around with fear visible in his eyes. When he realized he was in the comfort of his new room, he released a breath he didn't know he was holding. He thought of the dream he had. It was weird. He remembered he had this exact same dream on the third Sunday of the previous month which is the same day today. But come to think of it he always have this dream on the third Sunday of every month since last year. He sighed as his thoughts drifted to his new school. He was anxious and curious of his new school. His family though foster had moved to a new neighborhood the previous week and the move was quite strenuous. He didn't have to bother about making new friends meeting new people and so on. He was not really the social type and the only friends he had was his siblings and that's because they've lived like since forever.
   He smiled as he drifted off only to wake up by a heavy knock and a sweet melodious voice. Hey Jose you going to be late for school. Yeah Laura, rub it in. He heard her laugh as she went down the stairs. He took a deep breath and headed to the bathroom. He looked at himself in the mirror and he could see that he was nervous. He got his act together and started bathing. Within thirty minutes he was done and he headed to the dining looking dapper in his ironed uniform. Jose 16, Louis 16 and Lily 9, are you ready for your new school? Yes dad, they all chorused. Great, what about you girls, you gonna be at home all day or what? Yeah kind of. Laura 18, answered looking at her twin sister Lucy 18.
   So this is your schedule for this term. The principal said giving Louis and Jose a slip of paper. Welcome to New Ace Academy, she said with a smile then turned to face Lily and dad. They left the principal's office with another lady whom he presumed to be the secretary. So you, she said pointing to Louis, are in form B over there and you, referring to Jose, are in form A over there. Good luck. She turned and walked towards the principal office.
    Jose sighed as he headed to what was meant to be his class. He was totally nervous. He took a deep breath and stepped into the class. He met a young fair lady addressing the class. Obviously she ought to be the teacher. Good morning MA. Good morning, you're new right? Yes ma'am. You've seen the principal. Yes ma'am. Nice, come and introduce yourself. Jose sighed as he went to the front of the class. He dreaded this moment. Good day class. My name is Jose Peters. Good day Jose. The whole class said simultaneously. He was shocked. He didn't really expect that. My name is miss Stella and I'm your English teacher. Take a seat and pay close attention. He nodded as he walked to his seat, dipped his hand into his bag. Picked a book, dropped it on the desk and paid close attention to the the teacher.
   He paid full attention to the English teacher but there was something disturbing him. He felt someone boring holes at his back with their eyes. He turned and there she was. The most beautiful girl he has ever seen staring at him. He immediately faced front. He was tensed. Is she having feelings for me? He thought. No that's to quick and that eyes. It was like she was studying him. He had many theories in his head but he couldn't reach to a reason why a pretty girl was staring at him. Then he noticed something at his side. A girl with glasses was also staring at him but she was switching between the teacher and him. He stylishly looked at his body to see if he wore his clothe inside out or it was stained or there was something funny on it. But there was nothing, this added to his confusion.
   By the end of the fifth period. He was already exhausted. But to his happiness it was break. The economics teacher had left them with an assignment. He checked is back again but he didn't see the beautiful girl. He breathed in relief. At least he wasn't monitored. He faced his front and he was startled by what he saw. The same beautiful girl that was staring at him was in his front waving at him. Hi. Hey, he replied nervously. She smiled as she sat near him. What's up? The beautiful girl sitting beside him was really making him nervous and he took all he could to muster to reply. I'm cool. She busted into laughter as she saw his state. Calm down Jose. I ain't gonna bite you. I'm Anne by the way. And.....she was interrupted by the bell which signified that the break was over. Oh I guess that's it then. She said standing up. But just before she left she said something that kept on bothering Jose. You are surely one of us. He was totally confused. One of what? Time moved so fast. See you later. The economics teacher said picking his books and left. Jose sighed. He still had twenty five more minutes before the final bell. He brought out a novel and was about opening it when he noticed someone sitting close to him. He turned to see the same beautiful girl smiling at him. Normally, she began, you would have to wait for sometime before we tell you but I can't just wait. You are going to complete our circle and it's really exciting so meet me at the front of Attitude - Attitude is the name of a restaurant - at 7:30 be prompt. But I'm new here I don't really know anywhere. He tried to protest. Ask your way around Jose. Attitude is a popular restaurant. And with that she left. Jose was now looking befuddled.
   He kept thinking of the strange beautiful girl and her confusing words. Circle... One of us. Well only one way to find then. He then concentrated in the novel. He had barely read three pages when he heard the final bell. He sat on his chair as everyone rushed out of the class. He was quick enough to see Anne pass him a wink. He sighed. It seems since he moved into this neighborhood he sighed more frequently. He smiled at the thought. Seeing he was the only one in the class. He packed his books and left the class. He met Louis at the gate and they headed home. Awaiting the explanation that will  change everything.

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Chapter 2.
This changes everything.

Chapter synopsis -Jose learns something about him that changes everything.


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   Lucy I will be back wanna go see a friend. Jose said heading to the door. What did I just hear? Friend? She asked looking curious. When did you Jose start having friends. Laura said coming from the kitchen. Did I just hear friend? It was Louis. He too was shocked. Jose knew better than to banter with his siblings. So he smiled and opened the door as the cool evening breeze hit him. Be back before 10 Jose. Laura shouted. Aiit. He shouted back. His parents were always back by 10 or 11 pm so he had up to three hours.
He decided against taking transport because the evening was cool and it was early. It was just 6:36. He started walking down the road listening to music with his ear phone plugged to the his android phone. Anne was right. The restaurant was popular because with Just a few directions he located the place. It was 7:28 so he decided to hang around. Within the next 16 Minutes. He was already frustrated and contemplating leaving the place. Just as he stood up to leave, he felt a gentle touch on his shoulder and he didn't need a soothsayer to tell him it was Anne. Hey Jose, what's up. Anne said smiling apologetically. You are late Anne. He said looking serious. I'm sorry. She apologized. Come it's important. You are about to discover yourself. Jose was getting confused each passing second but he held his questions. He was about to find out anyway.
   They arrived at a flat. It was two bedroom flat but was small. In the compound was other flats like the fast. He wanted to ask about her parents. But just before he could even open his mouth. She spoke. I stay with a friend. She's a really close friend. She paid for my tuition fees and handle all my expenses. She's like my elder sister. Her name is Stella. Is she by any chance our English teacher? Yeah. She answered smiling. Wow, but uhm what of your parents? He asked. Long story. She said looking gloomy. I'm sorry I didn't mean to. Jose added already feeling guilty for making a beautiful girl sad. No it's okay. She was already becoming her cheerful self. Now can we go inside. She was already opening the door. He had no idea that they had been standing. She opened the door to reveal four more people including miss Stella. good evening. He greeted everyone. He looked at the people at the room and realized that it was sort of a meeting. Welcome Jose. Welcome to the circle. First of I will introduce everyone here. You know me but I will introduce myself again. I'm Stella. That's Anne, Michael, Steve and Sharon. They either waved or greeted. Wait the Sharon girl looks familiar. Jose thought. Then he remembered. The girl with glasses that stared at him too. Oh he waved at them then asked a question he didn't plan to ask. Why am I here? Not that he wasn't curious but he had a lot of other questions like “The Circle”.
   Okay... See Jose the world is not how it seems to be aye. We are different. We are witches. Oh... Is Obama in the corner waiting to surprise me or what? Jose asked looking around. Come on Jose we are serious. Seriously Anne what are you telling me. You brought me here by this time just to tell some concocted hogwash. Anne tried to pacify but he saw a stool lying endlessly. He picked it up. The only weird thing was that he was 9 feet away from the stool. He levitated the stool and flung it towards Anne. But she was fast enough. She caught it in mid air and gently brought it down. She chuckled when it was safely on the ground. See, she added as if to convince him. I can't see anything. You guys did this not me. Jose calm down. Steve spoke up for the first time. There is nothing to calm down about. I'm not a witch or anythi....then what about when you was four or when you was nine. Stella interrupted. When Jose was four he believed he had an imaginary friend who helped him do things. He stopped having this thought two years later. When he was 9 he had moved a car but he blamed it on the weather. That doesn't matter, you guys are bunch of jokers. He looked at Anne. Even you Anne. He was totally disappointed. He headed for the door when Stella said something that stopped him and made him turn. Then what about the mark and the dream. He swiftly turned when he heard it. How do you know that. I told you. You are one of us. Stella said smiling triumphantly. Jose walked steadily to a plastic chair and sat down. It was too much. Thinking you are normal and then suddenly told you are different. I know it's too much. Anne said as if reading his mind. Then what about the circle? He asked looking at Stella. She sat down gently on the bed. See its a coven of witches. We can choose to practice solitary or in a group. Practicing in a group is a more added advantage because you learn from other witches than when you practice alone. A circle contains six to twelve including the high priest or priestess in our case I'm the high priestess. She looked around and added. Now we are complete. Jose sighed. Okay so what I'm I supposed to do now. He asked. Don't worry,  Anne will put you through. She said looking at Anne who nodded in agreement. But now we will teach you how to meditate. Close your eyes. She ordered which he obeyed. Picture a big dumpster. Put everything in your mind in that dumpster and lock it with a key. Throw away the key and push the dumpster into oblivion. It took him three minutes to do that and then his mind was totally empty. Now concentrate on your breath. Count 1 to 10 as you breath. Do not break your concentration. You might want to scratch or think of an important issue. Let it all fade away. You are In control. And for the next 30 minutes he kept concentrating. He opened his eyes slowly and everyone clapped. Bro you are really getting the hang of it. When I was new I only lasted 9 minutes and that's the longest every new person in this circle has ever gone. Michael complimented. He just smiled.
   I have to get going. Jose said heading for the door. Lemme walk you. Anne offered. The breeze was chilling and the walk was silent. I know this is overwhelming but... Anne was saying before she was interrupted. Don't worry I will get the hang of it. He said to which she smiled. She leaned on and kissed him. He was shocked. He wanted to speak but she spoke first. I know we just met but you can't deny you don't feel the way I feel, or don't you? I do, but I have never done this before. Really? It was evident that she was surprised. Don't worry we are in this together. So we are officially dating right? He asked hopefully. Yeah she said smiling. Okay then, see you tomorrow. He was about leaving when he remembered something. Anne your number. She turned, collected his phone, typed in her number, saved it and pecked him. He looked at her retreating figure and couldn't stop thinking about her. He finally turned, stopped a bike which took him to his house. He paid the bike man and entered the compound. He checked his phone. It was 9:16 he couldn't believe he spent roughly three hours. He entered the house and thus entered into a new life. A life of witchery.

Chapter 3...

A life of witchery.
Chapter synopsis - Jose accepts the fact he is a witch and he tries to learn their ways and one is keeping it a secret.

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   Jose sat on his bed with a deep sigh. He had successfully evaded his siblings unending questions. He breathed deeply. He looked around his room. He had changed. His life had changed. He picked his phone and called Anne. Hey Jose, you home? Yeah just got come, I called to inform you. Oh Jose, I hope you are not taking this hard on yourself. No, I'm just myself, well since I don't really know myself. I'm just trying to know myself. Come on Jose, just take it easy and all will be well. Aiit, have you eaten? Yeah what about you? No just tired. Alright lemme not disturb you, Good night. Good night. He stared at the phone for what seems to be a minute before he switched on his data.
   He googled witchcraft and it brought out many sites. He read tirelessly on the history, background of witchcraft. He was surprised on what he discovered. There was a big difference with the local witches and witchcraft. He found out that witchcraft meant the craft of the wise and the practice dates back to centuries ago even before Christianity as he read. It was also known as the old religion. He learned about the misconceptions. It was perceived that witches serve the devil when in truth they don't even believe in the devil.
   He learnt the different types of witches and he realized that most magic that local witches practice is not even witchcraft but voodoo and hoodoo. He learnt about Salem witches and their execution. He saw a PDF and he downloaded it. It was pretty detailed and he covered almost all aspect of witchcraft and how to cast spells. He glanced through it and saw a chapter on how to raise and direct energy. He read through it and decided to try it. He sat down cross legged, spine straight and meditated. When his mind was clear. He pictured a ball of energy forming in his solar plexus. He mixed this energy ball with his emotion. He was happy at that time, so he made this energy have a positive vibe and when it was big enough. It burst and sent waves of energy through his body. He could feel the tingling sensation. It was overwhelming. He opened his eyes slowly and realized he was several inches above the ground. He didn't let it startle him so as not to lose concentration. He could feel the Energy of everything in the room, even outside the room. He focused on an object lying idly on the floor. He perceived it's aura and directed his energy to it and willed it with his mind and there it was floating in mid air. He broke the concentration and he fell to the bed so did the object. He was pretty exhausted so he closed his eyes and drifted into oblivion.
    Jane Matthew tied the laces of her trainers. Went to her mini fridge, picked a chilled bottle water. She uncapped it, took a sip and capped it.  She took her iPod with her ear phone already plugged in. She went outside. It was pretty early so the breeze was quite cold. She locked her door, put her iPod in her back pocket. She looked  at the sky and looked front, took a deep breath and started jogging. She was on a tank top, joggers and trainers. It was quite early, maybe 5:30 in the morning. She always does this every Saturday and today isn't an exception. It keeps are quite fit though. Jane Matthew looks like a normal teenager only that she's not.
   Jane has never accepted what she was. She always think of it as a curse and as well refer to it as a curse. The only thing apart from being human Jane craves for was the undying love of her father. Which was totally impossible if she doesn't accept what she was. I mean transforming into a four legged beast, with sharp claws and a fur wasn't appealing to her. Instead it sounded like torture. She remembered her first transformation years ago. The pain. She shook her head as she remembered. Which was the reason why she ran away and started living on her own. Her wolf felt her pain and whined in sympathy. Oh shut up bitch. Her wolf whined again but this time in criticism. Jane didn't seem to mind instead she blocked it. It was already nine years since she felt the first presence of her wolf and almost four years since her first transformation. She was nineteen yet she always felt like it was the first time. The hatred gets renewed and she feels despair. If only she was human. She wasn't paying attention. Even the music blasting in her ear didn't prevent her from feeling her woes. She didn't notice the stone laying on the road. Put there by maybe children after using it for their makeshift post or by someone else. She didn't notice it and as she hit her leg on the stone, she lost balance and fell down. That seemed to attract the attention of some guys who were smoking away their problems or so they thought. They looked at the girl who fell and they grinned ear to ear. They saw her as a potential prey. At last there would be someone to toy with and fulfill their sexual desire. So the four jobless boys half walked to her. As they walked to meet her. She was up already, then one of them with a dread and black lips, and a devilish smile cleared her, making her fall again this time making her land on her back. They heard a crack, and thought maybe something in her broke. They were less concerned and their major aim was to fulfill their sexual desire. When she landed on her back and heard a crack. She knew her iPod has broken. It pained her but she couldn't do anything or so she thought. She was helpless. She had blocked her wolf earlier and even though she unblock her - which she has done - she wouldn't still answer her not after all the hurtful words and things she has said and done to her. She knew this was the end. She knew she couldn't survive four guys raping her. Even though she did, she would never remain the same.
   One of the guys who looked like the leader pushed her roughly so as to see her face and when their eyes met she was indeed doomed. Scorpion popularly Scorpy was or represented every bad thing you could ever think of. But Scorpy was never a weakling. Instead he was one of the deadliest person you could think of. So when Scorpy had met Jane three months ago in his caban as they popularly called the place a person ruled over. Thanks to his cruelty and deadliness, Scorpy had many cabans to his name.  He ruled over this cabans yet he had a special place where he lives he calls it, SPC Scorpy Private Caban. So that day, he met Jane in a garage - one of his cabans - he had tapped her buttocks but Jane was in a bad mood so was her wolf and so deadly Scorpy was badly beaten by a girl. Witnessed by all his boys and enemies. After that humiliation and embarrassment. He lost half of his respect as other boys started taunting him and trying to outwit him. Since then he lost his name “Scorpion” and was referred to as “Chicken”. It was a big blow to face as he has to hide from public and get struggle to get back his reputation. Now seeing the cause of everything under his mercy made his blood boil.
   Chicken no be this girl use you shine that day. One of the guys called Skeleton blurted out. The look Scorpy gave him made him take three steps back in fear. Boss no vex. He added. Scorpy took a step back brought out a gun, cocked it, aimed it at Jane and pulled the trigger.
Jane saw him bring out a gun, aimed it at her and pulled the trigger and she drifted into oblivion.


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LordMo:
Guys I plead you guys to comment let me know your views and to issue out any problem on the book.

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Guy this is going on fine. I can feel it's about witches and wolves. keep on you are doing great,