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Trust in His Hand

In 14th-century St. Albans, Brother Aelred, a leprous monk, struggles with his waning faith as the Black Plague ravages his abbey. Aelred cares for the sick while questioning God’s presence. And when fire engulfs the abbey, Aelred risks his life, facing his final test of faith.

Somber. Desperate. Faith. Tragic.

Short Story | ~4,000 Words | September 2024