Saga
Sneak Thieves
At the top of the ornate temple stairs, thick-carpeted hallways branched off in opposite directions, and Ides veered right. He hadn’t seen anyone turn that way in a while, but his attention had been diverted for a decent length of time. Treading with intentionality, he followed the hallway as it unrolled before him in the dim yellow torchlight. Up ahead and closer to the wall, he caught sight of pawprints in the carpet. It was Oda, and as silent as she was, the prints appeared as if by magic. But if she was leaving marks on the carpet… He glanced over his shoulder. Deep imprints followed his progress. Great. He had seen no other leonins thus far in Gullwing, his prints would be hard to miss. But that was a problem for later. They were coming to a set of towering double doors.
By M. A. Mehan 11 months ago in Chapters
Glass Winter | Chapter VII. Content Warning.
Figures materialised on a white horizon, some two hundred yards from the mouth of the cavern. From this distance it would be impossible to make out the trench wall of snow concealed by the blizzard, nor what lay behind it. By the time Sevt and company were seen and directed to the encampment the winds had shredded enough, and the huskies were too weak to stand. Quin had shielded Aurora behind his back from most of it while his own face bled, and Sevt suffered a similar, albeit graver, injury while leaping behind the rest with a shard of the wrecked punt as a cane.
By Andrei Babanin11 months ago in Chapters
Echoes of the Forgotten
Echoes of the Forgotten A Journey Through Memory and Regret The rain poured down in sheets, casting the old town in a cold, gray haze. The streets were slick with water, the cobblestones reflecting the dim glow of street lamps that flickered weakly against the storm. In the heart of the town stood a crumbling mansion, its once-proud facade now covered in ivy and years of neglect. The windows, dark and empty, seemed to stare out at the world with an expression of quiet sorrow.
By Afia Sikder11 months ago in Chapters
Harper's Hill, Chapter 21: What Comes After Goodbye
The apartment wasn’t anything fancy, but it felt like a sanctuary. The small two bedroom above a cozy bookstore felt like the perfect place for Emily’s fresh start. In the past six months, Emily had gone through a major transition. She went from the typically tragic East side girl who was extremely attached to her older brother to a more confident woman who was getting to know her family, new and old.
By Amanda Doyle12 months ago in Chapters
Who Is It That's Stealing My Food? - Part IV
”So you're telling me, Bob, that you think Luke is the son of some murdered bank robber?” “That’s what I am telling you mate. You need to be careful with this. The money was never found. They caught three of his friends for the robbery and murder."
By Calvin London12 months ago in Chapters
Espionage
Espionage, also known as spying, is the act of secretly collecting information about governments, organizations, or individuals. It has been an important part of history and is often used by countries to gain intelligence about their enemies or rivals. Espionage can involve secret agents, technology, and hidden codes. This article will explore the history, methods, risks, and effects of espionage in simple and easy English.
By Farhan Sayed12 months ago in Chapters
Drifting Between Worlds
The First Awakening Ethan Carter woke up with a start. The ceiling above him was smooth and white, far too pristine to be his own. Sunlight streamed through floor-to-ceiling windows, casting golden streaks across a sleek wooden floor. The sheets beneath him were crisp, cool, and smelled faintly of citrus and lavender.
By Sandra Amiedor12 months ago in Chapters
Scatterbrained
With a pop, Oda appeared in the middle of a big room packed full of people. She was wearing the ring she’d pilfered from Sheverash, and judging by the lack of reaction from those around her, she’d guessed correctly that it was enchanted with invisibility.
By M. A. Mehan 12 months ago in Chapters
Harper's Hill, Chapter 19: The Cost of Protection
Emily had finally found out the truth. She sat by the window in her small hotel room, looking outside and watching the world go by in a town that was a few hours away from home. It was big enough for her to hide in, but small enough that she didn't feel lost in it.
By Amanda Doyle12 months ago in Chapters
Businesswoman Chapter 44
Acrimony existed in the air. Loreen had been summoned to the studio of a classical music composer named Philant Barney. He crossed his hands in front of his piano. Then he saw Loreen out of the corner of his eye. Then he began to play. The lilting notes and precision of every chord change lifted Loreen’s spirit. Philant slammed on the keys in a sign of defiant dissonance. He turned to her and offered a crooked smile.
By Skyler Saunders12 months ago in Chapters
Harper's Hill, Chapter 18: Never-Ending Nightmares. Content Warning.
James was under the kitchen table again. Even at the young age of nine, James would often hide under the kitchen table when his parents would fight. He started this habit when he was five, and it just stuck.
By Amanda Doyleabout a year ago in Chapters
