Space Station Shashka
It was something that only space-faring creatures realised the vast system of machines was their only lifeline in the harsh environment of space. the acoustics of the station provided more knowledge than the computer displays at times.
Dawnbreak Ch 1-3
Ricky asked with a grin, throwing mack a lifeline. "oh, dad is still trying to talk me into it. bloody disappointed with the news as of late." he looked down at his massive hands, as if looking for something. "you're wasted running a logistics company.
Another Day
He held on like i was all that was standing between him and an abyss, as though i were a lifeline. all i could do was pat and rub his back and tell him everything was ok, and not to worry, hed be safe.
Outpatient Scare
Opening the door and walking out with the doberman's lifeline, the nurse's flattery continued. "oh, don't be so modest, mr. parker. i can already tell you must be quite proficient at your work. perhaps you could... give me a demonstration?"
Mousewife
Meadow, grateful for the lifeline, began to say, “actually, maybe we _should_—"
Bucker's Audition
It was a sufficient reminder of the lifeline in his grasp, and one he squeezed tight once again as alec leaned his weight into bucker.
Lifted Higher: Chapter 2 - "It's A Date"
It makes him look helpless, like he's holding onto a lifeline. "well, she kind of scared me," he says, ears drooping. "i had no idea," i say sarcastically with a roll of my eyes.
The Unexpected Duties of a Dragon Slave, Chapter Two
Already predisposed toward trust his draconic master, he clung to that mental lifeline urging him to be calm, to trust his owner, as if it would indeed save him from drowning.
Days by the Pool
She suddenly tensed with a cry, claws digging into his scalp like she was gripping for a lifeline as he brought her over the edge and didn't stop.
A Fox Behind Bars part 2
The coyote was only the same size as me, i doubt there was anything he could do to protect me from either of the wolves, but i grabbed hold like he was offering me a lifeline out of shark infested waters, and let him save me.
Shark Island
The last thing he wanted was to contaminate his only lifeline. as he washed away the grime, he couldn't help but notice a change in his reflection.
Kobold Krafts (in the rain)
It was her only lifeline in this literal storm, as well as her swirling emotions. "just… focus on the line! y-yeah, focus on the line and you'll be at your new home!" yelz promised herself.