Bees worked. Adam slept. He dreamed of Aaron and Isaac. They had not been his closest friends, but had died fighting by his side. Killed by mysterious enemies intent on driving the Beekeepers to war. The Elders had wisely declined the bait, but Adam had struck out on his own. It had been a mistake. […]

The hive was not to be within the tree. The ritual was retained from ancient times, passed down among the secret Beekeeper communities in Africa. Adam traced patterns onto the tree’s bark and onto his skin. He remembered his training. Mother had always been impressed how easily he picked up the secret methods. They had […]

Adam maintained his vigil by the tree. One at a time, bees visited and examined him. Some were brave enough to land directly on him. Others just buzzed about. Through it all, Adam focused on his message of mutual help. Between visitors, his inner worries bubbled up. These bees had never seen his like. Could […]

If a honeybee can be said to be frightened, this bee is. The swarm needs a new home. After a morning of searching, the bee found a suitable hollow tree, but with a complication. A human. It sits by the tree, perfectly still. The tree is ideal. The human seems no threat. In fact… the […]

Adam had forgotten one of the most important lessons that the bees teach: only sting when necessary, for it can do more damage to you than your target. His bees were gone. He had been imprisoned for years. All because of his rage. Now he was free, but still alone. He could go home. They […]