"Hocus Pocus" | Cozy Halloween

In the spirit of Halloween, what better occasion to weave a spell that will captivate my heart’s desire for a man and bind us together in matrimony? Love has always seemed just out of reach for me, so I, Mia Z. Edwards, find myself seeking help.
 
It is time for me to seek the guidance of a spiritist who can enlighten me on the art of enchantment. However, as a devout Christian, I am aware that such practices are frowned upon by God. Nevertheless, I believe that God will grant me forgiveness.
 
The Christian Bible explicitly states, “I will set my face against anyone who turns to mediums and spiritists to prostitute themselves by following them, and I will cut them off from their people.” — Leviticus 20:27, Holy Bible, New Living Translation.
 
Meeting with a Spiritist
 
I arranged a meeting with the enigmatic Ms. Endor, a renowned spiritist whose presence sent shivers down my spine. Endor gave me an incantation to recite, promising that a man would appear on Halloween Day.
 
Though hesitant, I left her abode, feeling a nagging sensation within me, warning against the folly of meddling with magical forces. Yet, I chose to disregard these inner promptings.
 
The Workings of Magic
 
To perform this spell, I must recite the incantation while a vibrant candle flickers, its flame dancing with the allure of love.
 
Excitement fills my heart, but a lingering doubt persists, reminding me of the wrongness in resorting to hocus pocus to secure a husband.
 
Scene
 
The red candle casts its glow upon my table.
 
Thoughts of my newfound love consume my mind.
 
Incantation
 
“Come to me, come to me, my true love to be.”
“Your love will set me free.”
“Oh, how mysterious is thou!”
“I shall wait for you on Halloween Day with great jubilation!”
“Our fate is sealed.”
“We are one.”
“It is done.”
 
My Excitement
 
The promise of this enchanted day fills my soul with anticipation, knowing that it will mark the beginning of our eternal love story.
 
Halloween Day
 
And so, Halloween Day arrives, cloaked in an aura of mystery and anticipation.
As the clock strikes, a familiar sound reverberates through the day — the chime of my apartment’s doorbell. With bated breath, I hastened to answer, my heart pounding in my chest.
And there he stands, my romantic love, my true soulmate, but an unexpected twist awaits me!
 
Utterly bewildered!!
 
He speaks,
 
“You were aware that God forbade you from seeking guidance from spiritists, yet you chose to defy Him. Now, you must face the consequences of your disobedience. I, Lucifer, shall be your eternal companion.”
 
Before my knees give way, a cold wind sweeps through the doorway, curling around my ankles like a serpent claiming its prize. The room darkens, the candle’s once‑gentle flame stretching tall and violent, as though recognizing its true master. My breath catches. This cannot be real, surely my mind is deceiving me.
 
Yet his eyes, burning like embers, leave no room for doubt. I whisper the Lord’s Prayer, and then I faint!

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