Chapter 8: The Sun and The Angel
As always, I'd like to say that questions, comments, suggestions and ratings are heartily encouraged. It's what lets me know I still have people reading this! Thanks. \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* The golden rays of the...
Chapter 7: The Order of the Seraphim
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Chapter 6: Black Knight
Okay, my apologies for the extra-long delay. I'll try to make sure it doesn't happen again. I hope you like this, and as always: comments, ratings and suggestions appreciated! \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* He'd left her alone....
Chapter 5: The Shadows Do Whisper
Soft blankets tugged on Veronica's leg. She groaned softly, kicking out into the cool air, trying to rearrange the comforter, then withdrew her legs back under the cocoon of warmth beneath. She came slowly into awareness, not opening her eyes but...
Chapter 4: Moonflower
Chapter 4: Moonflower For a long, quiet moment, Veronica stood still and silent in the sunlit corridor, alone. She listened to the roar of an engine starting--something big and racy, from the sound of it--and moved quickly and quietly to the...
Chapter 3: Silk and Lace
I apologize in advance for the super-long wait that my readers have had to put up with for this chapter. I now have my muse back, however, so here it is. This story is perfectly suitable for the faint of heart... for now. \*wicked grin\* It is also...
Chapter 2: Home Gothic
The quieted rumble of the engine idling stirred Veronica from her drunken swoon. Then the click of the rear taxi door opening, and the gentle nudging of hands, brought her fully to. Xavier looked down on his new white tigress with a deep sense...
Chapter 1: Purchase
The flickering of the dull orange streetlight lent an eerie glow to the filthy street. Sheets of newspaper blew in the warm, stale wind, steam drifted up from the manholes, and the air was muggy and thick with sweat and despair. Nothing green was in...
Chapter 9: The Wolf Doctor
This bit is fairly short, just a stepping-stone to the next. It's also a little melodramatic, a little poetic--a bit away from the feel of the rest of the tale. It should fall into place next chapter. Apologies for the long wait! \* \* \* \* \*...