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Chapter Four: The Exploration Team
As the name suggested, Dragon's Hidden Peak was known for its elusive nature. There were two reasons for this. First, the mountain was rich in spiritual energy, which seemed to attract divine dragons from the heavens. Second, the terrain was incredibly treacherous, making it almost impossible for ordinary people to climb. Nevertheless, there was a small exploration team making their way through the dense vegetation within Dragon's Hidden Peak.ancient times.
By Germaine D Ray2 years ago in Chapters
Sleeping With The Devil
Despite the horrendously destructive horrors of the story you are about to read, these days I prefer to consider myself a survivor rather than a victim. Nowadays, I live a very peaceful, fulfilling life, in time and geographical distance, very far from a situation that totally destroyed me. Indeed, on far too many occasions, what I went through, almost killed me.
By Liam Ireland2 years ago in Chapters
The Living Arc Angels Part 2. Content Warning.
(TYLER’S POINT OF VIEW) In the alley behind the Italian restaurant a white light appeared in swirling circles. Out of it stepped the four living arc angels. I wasn’t sure what that meant, but that was what Thomas had called us. We were once again back on earth. We stood together a moment in silence. Then the silence was broken as Eric yelled, “Whoa! Guess what?” Our attention quickly turned to him with interest not knowing what could have caused such an outburst. He looked back at us a moment and then with obvious embarrassment said, “I’m hungry. I just never thought I’d be hungry again.” A roaring laughter filled the alley. “Well, I would love to taste food again. After all, it’s been 3 years since the last time I ate.” I didn’t wait for anyone else to respond. I held tight to Andrea’s hand and started toward the end of the alley. Eric and Christine quickly followed. Andrea jokingly said, “Maybe that’s why they brought us back behind an Italian restaurant.” Once again we all shared in much needed laughter as we rounded the corner and headed toward the side door. Then after several more steps we were walking through the door, stopping just behind the register and waiting to be seated. Promptly, a waitress came up and asks us where we would like to sit. Christine said, “it doesn’t matter… we’re just glad to be here.” The waitress looked a little baffled by the reply but still grabbed a few menus and then headed off to show us to a seat. Eagerly we followed her toward the front of the restaurant. Finally the waitress stopped in front of a table that rested against the windows that made up the front wall. From here you could see the cars moving back and forth on the road that ran adjacent to the front of the establishment. To most this would have been an annoyance, however it had been a little while since any of us had seen any roads even with out any cars to be on them, so it was a new wonder to rediscover to us. So happily we sat down. Andrea slid into the booth on the left side and I slid in after her, and Christine slid into the booth on the right side followed by Eric.
By Timothy A Rowland2 years ago in Chapters
Learning to Breathe Again
So, before all this craziness went down, life was chill, you know? Just the usual—work, weekends, and wondering what to grab for dinner. I mean, the most medical I got was Googling symptoms for a cold or maybe a twisted ankle from an overly enthusiastic soccer match with the guys. Hospitals? Doctors? Nah, those were just settings for medical dramas or something you pass by on your way to somewhere more interesting. Little did I know, life had other plans, and let me tell you, they were anything but "normal."
By Abnoan Muniz2 years ago in Chapters
Dream Catchers: A Rockstar Romance - Chapter 1
By Sandy Lo Synopsis: Dreams come true only if you believe in them... Haley Foster never bothered to believe in herself or find her dream. Growing up with a silver spoon in her mouth, her parents gave her everything she needed except freedom. Fate steps in at the bus station when Haley bumps into Jordan Walsh, literally. His unpolished manners and rock star attitude rile her, though she is oddly drawn to him.
By All’s Fair in Love & Writing2 years ago in Chapters
Hadji 1974
1st court appearance Hadji 1974 Chapter 12 Nearly everyone in the jail gathered in the courtyard for the volleyball match after lunch. The lines previously just drawn in the dirt were now amplified with white lime. A small step ladder was in place next to the net, and a referee stood atop it. A couple of line judges, recruited from other teams, were in place to make out of bounds calls on the side and back lines. It was decided that the match would be decided in a best of five format, instead of a single game, and a coin flip was used to see which side of the net each team would begin from. The teams would switch sides after one reached thirteen points, so that each would be subject to the same sun and wind conditions. In addition to the normal guards patrolling the catwalks, the warden and several of his aides were watching from his balcony. The referee climbed onto his perch, motioned the ready sign to each team, and brought his arm forward while blowing his whistle, to start the match. After a short volley to win serve, Joe racked off ten straight points with a variety of spinning serves, strategically placed near the out-of-bounds lines. It was the beginning of a volleyball clinic that we put on for them, including crisp passes to set up our big men for thunderous dunks and well-placed dinks. When it was my turn to serve, I sent the ball a mile in the air and watched as the Turks fought with each other for the return. On the front line, I would time my leap to intercept the ball as it crossed the net and slam it to the ground on the other side for a quick turnover. With the games well in hand, we allowed the Turks to get into double digits in all three games. We practiced plays and went for the spectacular slam or diving save to the roars of the crowd. The referee was experienced and very animated with his calls and play by play descriptions. With five points remaining in the third game, Joe unleashed his jump serve and ended the match without another return serve. We crossed the net and hugged and shook hands with our opponents, thanking them for a good game. As we headed back to retrieve our towels and other belongings, you could see money and goods exchange hands in traditional Turkish custom, for the end of a sporting event. The volleyball games became a fixture of the morning routine at the jail. Being gracious winners, we allowed the Turks to pick and choose from other teams to form super teams to “Beat the Americans”.
By Barron M Broomfield2 years ago in Chapters
Three Men, Flirting Callowness, And A Stubborn Lady
Midnight. “You’re flirting with me,” the young, barely pubescent man quipped as I adorned his lap. I felt my face contort, my quizzical expression seemingly unjustifiable as I straddled him in the middle of the raucous house party. People were watching his insistence as much as they hung off my denial. Our battle of wills had replaced any other entertainment.
By Ellen Frances2 years ago in Chapters
Fallen Tree
The bookstore had appeared more spacious for the first fifteen minutes. Jasper was busy trying to unlock the door and began to feel frustrated by the lack of help from his companion. But frustration wasn't in his nature, he muttered. It was one of Them, not well-received in his mind. It was this that made him sound calm when he turned to the old man.
By Alessandro La Martina2 years ago in Chapters
