An Icy Prospect
Peter took a long sip from him vanilla milkshake before groaning and slumping back in his chair. He shouldn't even have bought the milkshake, in fact, he had wanted strawberry but had somehow convinced himself that the 40 cents saved by going for...
The Reluctant Guardian
Obsidian flag stones shimmered beneath me, imbuing the reflected lamp light with an almost ethereal, violet tone. The room was a large gothic structure of dark stone and hanging silks, illuminated by wooden torches held in place by dull iron bands. ...
Lusty Lizards Come in Small Packages
Sweat lightly graced my forehead. You wouldn't think remote administration would be the kind of job that could make you sweat but then, you probably aren't working from a Portuguese villa in 100 degree heat. I stood up, flicking the switch that...
All's fair in love and Pokemon contests
Pokémon contests were not really Ryan's thing and yet, every time he saw one live, he wondered why he wasn't more interested. He had to admit the stage impressed every time with its surprising sense of scale and complicated lighting rigs; Arrays of...
The Secret Life-cycle of Kobolds
Toman stumbled, glancing back with a growl. His tiny captor had jabbed at him with a spear while chittering excitedly. "Watch it you overgrown frog" he snapped, once again, considering whether to break his bonds and run for it. The ropes that bound his...
Everyday Vaporeon!
'The Bridle' was Tom's favourite restaurant; had been since his first visit as part of his sixteenth birthday. His friends of course, Andy and Millie, who also sat around the table, would have insisted it was a pub, and sure, that was true, but Tom...
A Nostalgic Smell
Sam adjusted an uncooperative strap as it dug into the plush ruff surrounding her neck trying once again to make it behave. She did not like dresses and it was not just because they dug into her neck fluff. She just felt more comfortable dressing in...
[Trade]The Shiniest of Pets
Adrian tried to hide his discomfort as his girlfriend Melody embraced him tightly. He played at returning her passionate kiss as best he could, barely noticing the cold air flowing from the open door behind him. Tonight, had been their one year...
Black and White Frills all over Ch 1/4
When Felix applied for a job as house-staff at the enormous Lasseter estate he did not expect to be interviewed by a feline maid. Even more, he did not expect that to get the job he would have to wear a magical costume and become an animal-maid...
The Crimson Depths of the Cosmic Odyssey. (Part 1)
Gordon grunted slightly as his engineering monitor lost power with a barely perceptible static hum. His jaw tightened as he shifted to the adjacent panel and pulled up the system status screen. He sighed as he saw a familiar error staring back at...
Aboard the Neon Pearl : Wild parties need shiny toys.
"It's a standard NDA Mr Hall, well, Sections A to E are anyway. you may want to review F. Cardinals Parties are tightly organised. While I promise you will have a good time, if you attend, you will be taking part in all events." I nodded while...
Black and White Frills all over Ch 2/4
When Felix applied for a job as house-staff at the enormous Lasseter estate he did not expect to be interviewed by a feline maid. Even more, he did not expect that to get the job he would have to wear a magical costume and become an animal-maid...