Apprentice Ryan’s body shook like a leaf as he bent over the bench. He looked at the dark, glistening knobs beneath him, a sort of trail of where he... [read more]

Apprentice James felt the first peg enter his hole with a fiery sting. He was not quite ready as he sat down on the shiny wooden bench, intimidated by... [read more]

Apprentice Young’s throat was still sore when he met with Grandmaster Angus. It was a blessing he wasn’t asked to speak as his voice was hoarse from... [read more]

Apprentice Blue had waited a long time for this moment. The chance to be ordained into the brotherhood and receive full membership into the secret society... [read more]

Apprentice Young thought the men must have seen how nervous he was. And he had good reason. As he stood still, passively letting them strip him of his... [read more]

Apprentice Blue knew this was an important moment. The way he was prepared and dressed for the occasion made it clear this was more than just another simple... [read more]

A boy’s sexuality is irrelevant to the Masons. While many acts of homosexuality occur, it is often the case that the leaders and initiates live very... [read more]

The anointing ritual is an essential part of an apprentice’s admission. Not only does it provide for a formalized cleansing and renewal of the flesh,... [read more]

The head games Apprentice Blue felt weren’t an accident. Everytime the young apprentice did as the masters said, he couldn’t tell if he was succeeding... [read more]

It’s not like Marcus could hide it. Even when he tried to deny it, the secret of his sexuality was painted all over his face. The way he looked at older... [read more]

Oliver didn’t come up through the Church like others before him. He wasn’t raised with religion or any sort of moral guidance. By his nature, he’s... [read more]

Apprentice Young’s fingers trembled as he began to unlace his shoes. Standing in the dark, black basement of the Temple, he tried to be brave as he obeyed... [read more]