Richard Abernathy: Stories

A lighting strike changes Rick's life forever, solving his old problems and creating new ones at the same time.

A young man, Miles, navigates hypnotic conditioning from his therapist, Dr. Avila, which leaves him vulnerable to external control. Drawn to her resemblance to his date, he struggles with blurred boundaries of desire and trust. In a men’s shop, Barry subtly exploits Miles’ suggestibility, leading to a tense exploration of identity, agency, and power. The story blends ambiguity, psychology, and seduction in a provocative examination of control.