LLST #8 ~ Hot Shot
A crowd gathered to one side of the grassy clearing, eagerly anticipating the show with excited murmurs. Looking over all the faces, Emaatet couldn't help a satisfied smirk. _Excellent_, she thought. The wolf...
NM #14 ~ Hands On
The gentle patter of rain eased Niv into the waking world as he drifted toward consciousness. He took a deep breath, letting it out in a slow groan as he stretched. His back arched and he pointed his toes,...
= Chapter Five: Surprises =
=SUBJECT TO REVISION AT ANY TIME UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE= --- = Chapter Five: Surprises = _He crawled cautiously through the dark on his hands and knees, knowing it was out there, waiting for him. It called to him, a low hum pulsing outward every...
= Prologue: Dreams of Kingdom Past =
=SUBJECT TO REVISION AT ANY TIME UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE= _ A shining city, reflecting the sun's light and warmth back onto the world, stood high above him as he stood near the gate. The huge wooden doors began to part for him, and he could hear people...
= Chapter One: The Letter =
=SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE= * * * Niv sat bolt-upright as the thunderclap rumbled on. Were it not for his fur, he'd likely be slick with sweat. He breathed heavily, trying to take in the nightmare. None of it seemed to...
= Chapter Three: Distractions =
=SUBJECT TO REVISION AT ANY TIME UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE= * * * Deserted. Not a living thing between them and the distant, open end of the alley. There was, however, another path to the right several yards ahead. They continued their charade as they...
= Chapter Two: Reunion =
=SUBJECT TO REVISION AT ANY TIME UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE= * * * Niv reached the gates of Hul'veer around the time he'd expected. The large wooden doors were open wide, and two guards stood on each side. They looked tired and bored as people passed in...
= Chapter Four: Contact =
=SUBJECT TO REVISION AT ANY TIME UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE= * * * = Chapter Four: Contact = Stray stepped to his right, deflecting his attacker to the side, while Niv had been tackled head-on by his, knocking them both to the hard dusty floor of the...
NM #15 ~ Just Clothes [Pt.1]
Tucked into a corner of the couch, Niv lazily scrolled through his phone with one hand. With the other, he was absently scratching Mela's chin. Her head lie in his lap as she read a book, stretched across the...
On the Steps
He sits on the step, staring at nothing His gaze is low and unfocused, head slightly tilted Numb from stillness, his body is gone Winds of thought whisper through him They steal away, and leave him hollow In the absence make themselves...
LAWT #13 ~ Upgrades [Perks Pt.2]
Alex sat on the steps in front of Tobi's place, poking at his phone as he waited for the hare to arrive. He was looking over their recent texts, arranging the visit. The latest message was from Tobi, letting the otter know he'd be there soon. That left...
LAWT #12 ~ Sincere [Faking Pt.2]
Alex let the door to the bar close behind him as he stopped to survey the crowd. It was markedly busier than last time, but the atmosphere was still rather low energy and calm. It made sense enough, for an early Friday evening, he figured. Being in...