POV- The pastor said you were chosen.
Being told you’re chosen in Blackmore is not always a blessing.
I remember when Father Gibson told my parents I was of the chosen.
My mother cried, begging and asked the pastor when she was cursed.
My father couldn’t stand to look at me with anything less than hate.
He made sure I knew it by how he would talk to me.
That I was of tainted blood.
The amount of times I was given hold water baths before being read a piece of scripture.
Every night like clockwork…
My parents even had Father Gibson come over and bless my sleep…
All to try and Banish the Taint..
It never worked.
- Excerpt from Hollow wing of Blackmore.
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Being labeled as “chosen” in a small town like Blackmore can be an isolating and terrifying experience, especially when that designation carries a sinister weight rather than honor. From personal experience in similar communities, I’ve seen how spiritual labels—often given by authoritative religious figures—can deeply affect familial relationships and social standing. In the story excerpt, the protagonist's parents react with fear and rejection after the pastor, Father Gibson, declares their child as chosen. This reaction illustrates how religious prophecy or declarations can sometimes lead to stigma rather than solace. The mother’s tears and pleading highlight a desperate hope for protection against what she perceives as a curse, while the father’s hatred toward his child underscores how fear can fracture the most fundamental bonds. The repeated ritual of holy water baths and scripture readings, intended to banish the “taint,” exemplifies people’s reliance on spiritual intervention to confront inexplicable misfortune. Yet, as the story reveals, these acts do not always result in peace or healing, sometimes instead deepening the trauma. From a broader perspective, this narrative taps into universal themes about faith, fear, and identity. It questions how communities define “blessing” and “curse” and spotlights the impact of religious authority on individuals deemed different. The motif of “tainted blood” echoes historic and cultural fears of inherited sin or misfortune, common in folklore and horror literature, which can resonate strongly with readers drawn to dark, atmospheric storytelling. If you are intrigued by stories blending psychological horror, spiritual conflict, and family drama, "Hollow Wing of Blackmore" promises more revelations when it releases. It also offers an immersive experience into how characters navigate the heavy burden of destinies imposed by others. The tale serves as a reminder that sometimes being “chosen” is not about glory, but about surviving a legacy rooted in suspicion and sorrow.
