“Do you need help with that?” Nic looked up from his tie to find Master Orlin watching him intently from where he stood on the tower lawns. He had his usual expression, neutral with just the slightest edge of mild annoyance. What was not usual was the outfit he was wearing. While the man would … Continue reading Royal Griffon Ch.2
Royal Griffon Ch.1
Autumn had come to Ronteele. A sharp chill had descended some weeks ago, transforming the city overnight. Trees had begun to change their colours, erupting into brilliant hues of red, orange, yellow, silver, purple, and turquoise. Others, those species attuned to the cold, or otherwise magically insulated, bloomed in a matching rainbow of colours, preparing … Continue reading Royal Griffon Ch.1
Chariot
We needed the money. I want you to remember that, whoever you are reading this. I want you to remember this started because we needed the money. That’s not an excuse, or a justification, that’s just the simple truth sitting at the heart of everything. We needed the money. My name is James. My story … Continue reading Chariot
Delapore Classic
Delapore’s Classic Diner Classic Food for Classic Times Just off Highway 4, look for the neon cat. Ask for Dot. Delapore’s, come by for a spell. Since 1936 * Ticket #1 2 egg breakfast special, bacon, whole wheat Coffee, two sugars, no cream * Ticket #2 Eggs and hash browns, extra sausage, white toast … Continue reading Delapore Classic
An Account from Reinette
They hunt trees on the world of Reinette. You know, trees. Those big plants rooted to the ground that are not, as a rule, difficult to catch? Well, the nomadic peoples of Reinette are masters in the practice of hunting them. Obviously when I learned of this little factoid, I had to see it for … Continue reading An Account from Reinette
All That You Will Ever Know
Most did not treat the Seer with any great seriousness. They were thrill seekers for the most part, people looking to add a little exotic flavor to their undercity adventures. She was a curiosity, an anecdote to be shared with their fellows on return to the surface. She gave them their readings all the same. … Continue reading All That You Will Ever Know
The Sisters of the Woods Ch.15
Night had just fallen when they finally returned to the house. The gecko had been kind enough to give them both a lift, demanding only more pets as payment. Geniveve had been more than happy to oblige, earning only the happiest of hisses for her efforts. It had been a struggle to leave him at … Continue reading The Sisters of the Woods Ch.15
The Sisters of the Woods Ch.14
“Heart sap?” Nic nodded, holding his own under Orlin’s neutral gaze. “We traded the pixies for it. I think she mixed it into the paint.” “That explains a few things,” Orlin said. “Sorry, explains what?” Nic asked. Orlin looked back at Nic, briefly donning his teaching face. “Fae magic is tricky at the best of … Continue reading The Sisters of the Woods Ch.14
The Sisters of the Woods Ch.13
Geniveve was still nervous as she took the stage. She barely seemed able to walk straight, her painting wobbling as it followed along behind her. It settled to the ground haphazardly, requiring her to quickly adjust it before she turned to face the crowd, hands folded as she waited for attention. It took far longer … Continue reading The Sisters of the Woods Ch.13
The Sisters of the Woods Ch.12
“That’s an interesting crowd.” Nic stood at the edge of the Croire’s yard, gawking at the small group of beings that had gathered. The sisters were there, as were Orlin and Zephyr, along with a few more people that Nic didn’t recognize. They were mingled among a far larger gathering of forest creatures, birds, beasts, … Continue reading The Sisters of the Woods Ch.12
Bleeding Quill 