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  1. Brand new taboo erotica is now live on Storiesonline! John's marriage is on the rocks, but he's really not doing much to move toward the exit. His stepdaughter Jilly provides some rather compelling inspiration to move on with the next chapter of his life in "Step in the Right Direction." https://storiesonline.net/s/29797/step-in-the-right-direction In the queue at Lit and Lush as well.
  2. Had a quickie pop in my head and finished it same day. It's 1500 words and now available on Lushstories. He's stuck working from home on his day off, but his wife thinks he needs to take a break and "Eat Something". https://www.lushstories.com/stories/quickie-sex/eat-something
  3. Just finished a Milf story called "Stuffed & Basted" for the Literotica Winter Holiday contest maybe an hour ago. I was looking for something in my folder to work on for a little while to get that story out of my head before I give it a quick edit, and came across another story I'd started a while back. I just put the finishing touches on "Curl & Figure" as well. It was damn near done the last time I put it down. Older country boy with a pretty little redneck girl. Stuffed & Basted will probably be out in the morning, because I'm going to put it in the queue for the contest before midnight. Curl & Figure I'll probably give a few days, so I can give it a more thorough edit. I'll give S&B some exclusive time for the contest as well before submitting it to SOL and Lush. So now I need to dig through the folder again and look for something else to work on for about an hour or so
  4. Here's a little ( completely unedited ) snippet from the first draft of Ch. 01 of "One Whore's Town". I'm not sure how long it will take to finish it, but the second chapter is already up to a couple thousand words, and moving along nicely. =================== Betty checked her figures one last time. It had been a good night at Alice’s Kip. The new girl had certainly attracted some attention. She’d worked the whole night. Betty suspected that the poor girl would be walking bowlegged after that marathon. She was trying to prove herself, but she might have overdone it a bit. The other eleven girls had done brisk business as well. It was a far cry from five years earlier, when she, Alice, and Cammie had arrived on their brave venture to Windsholme – which they’d nicknamed Stingy Pussy at the time. Cammie still took on a few men and the occasional woman who came in looking for sport, but Betty and Alice hadn’t made their living with their legs in the air on the regular for a couple of years. Their clothing was more often stained with ink than cum. The old Kip was now their private residence and office space. The new Kip was a beautiful two story house with eight rooms that had real plastered walls, so men didn’t have to listen to fellas rutting in the next room. Betty was rather proud that their brothel was nicer than the Cat – where they’d first plied their trade – and even rivaled some in Fightershaven. It was only half their business. Lots of girls with few options had shown up over the years, and not all of them were cut out for whoring. At first, Alice had put them to work cooking and cleaning for the working girls. Some of those girls were fine cooks, and many were pretty enough to ply their bodies, but simply didn’t have the temperament. Inspiration had struck one evening as the three friends recalled the harrowing journey that had set them on the path of independence. The assassins who had been paid to kidnap and murder them – out of revenge for a powerful man’s bruised ego – had used an eatery as a front for their hideout. Betty had suggested that they open one, having the girls cook and serve. It was Alice’s stroke of genius that made all the difference, though. During the day, the serving girls were dressed conservatively – though their dresses still emphasized their curves and legs. At night, those same girls wore gauzy gowns with deep necklines, short hemlines, and slits up to the hip. Heaven’s Table did brisk business with men who were more keen to look than touch, for whatever reason. The food and wine were good enough to attract travelers even without the display of female flesh. It was Cammie’s idea to only serve wine, so as not to compete with and anger the local tavern keeper. Betty didn’t need to do the sums for the Heaven, because Hannah took care of it. She had been the first to join the three friends in the brothel, and had proved she had skills other than humping in time. After only a brief stint taking care of the day to day operations at the eatery, it was obvious she should be running things fully and permanently. The increase in travelers – and thus coin – had earned the block of buildings at the edge of town and the people who occupied them a measure of acceptance. One other highly unusual factor had contributed to their success. As the Heaven attracted travelers, they decided to turn away local husbands and boyfriends, and instead counsel them in ways to entice their women to spread their legs with sweet, unexpected gestures. The local women no longer glared at them as if about to form a torch-wielding mob, and some were even friendly. With the sums finished for both establishments, Betty calculated her cut of the profits, added it to her tally, and smiled as she closed the books. She’d finally reached her goal. Alice looked up from the letter she was reading when she heard the heavy, leather cover thump shut. “You’re done already?” “Mmm hmm. Good day at the Kip and the Heaven.” “Don’t know how you do it,” Alice said, giving a shake of her head, and then a chuckle. “I want to pull my hair out within a couple of minutes of looking at those books.” “I enjoy it a little. Having everything come up right is satisfying. Besides, Hannah does half the work.” Alice nodded. “You know, I think we may need to cut her in on things instead of just paying her a salary. She’s too good to lose already, and she’s getting more savvy every day.” “Sounds right to me. Ask Cammie when she wakes up tonight. You should probably start pushing Cammie to do a little more on this end of things, if she ever wants to strike out on her own too.” “Too?” Alice lifted her eyebrows and asked, “So, you’re ready to set up your own place?” She hadn’t actually meant to let the news slip that very moment, but since the cat was out of the bag, Betty answered, “I’ve saved up what I think I’ll need, and I have an idea of where I could go.” “Good for you!” Alice said as she stood and crossed the well-worn wooden floor to her friend’s desk. She leaned down and hugged her. “So, where were you thinking?” “There’s a town about two days from here to the east called Hard Creek. Barely more than a farming village, but it’s not far from where one of Pompeil’s men says is going to be a major trade route soon. There’s apparently some kind of melon they grow out toward the coast that’s becoming popular in the cities.” Pompeil Harrold was a merchant of significant wealth and renown from Freeland, who had been caught up in the kidnaping plot because he was visiting the brothel when it happened. He recommended that his men seek out the services of the network of brothels the Kip was connected to, as part of the debt he felt he owed to those who had helped him escape that nightmare unscathed. “Pomp doesn’t seem to be wrong very often. Sounds like a good idea,” Alice agreed. “Get in and established before things kick up.” “That’s what I was thinking. I thought I might go there and have a look-see, though.” “And borrow a couple of girls to see how stingy the women are with the pussy around there?” Alice asked – knowingly. “I was thinking about Jan and Lana.” Alice pursed her lips and nodded. The two girls had been working long enough for the new to wear off, but not yet long enough to have a large regular clientele. Being new again in a different place would be good for them, and for profits. “I think they might actually enjoy a change of scenery.” “And Ghent, to watch over us?” Betty asked. A crooked grin spread across the blonde madame’s face. “You’re sweet on him.” Betty rolled her eyes. “Last I noticed, nobody’s been sleeping in your bed here for weeks.” Alice actually blushed. Olan was an older widower who had built the most recent house on the block for the girls working the Heaven, when the existing accommodations had grown crowded. Something had sparked between them during that time, and he’d asked her to step out with him. Eventually, she’d started spending the night at his place, and that had evolved to practically living there. “He’s good for you, I think,” Betty said. Alice gave a dainty shrug and said, “He’s good to me. And he’s funny. He makes me laugh so hard I can’t breathe sometimes.” “Ghent too,” Betty admitted. She shook her head and chuckled. “Listen to us. Two old whores acting like smitten little girls.” “May as well enjoy it while it lasts. Take him with you. The girls too. You can use one of the wagons, and take whatever you need. When?” Betty considered the preparations she would need to make and suggested, “A week?” “That will give me some time to get used to the idea of dealing with these for a while,” Alice said, and then saluted the leather-bound ledgers with a raised middle finger.
  5. A preview of the beginning of "Gates of Enchantment" ( completely unedited ) which contains the first of many, many Easter eggs for other stories, and ends on the beginning of another. Feel free to point out the Easter Egg if you know it =================== Darkniciad stood outside what would soon be a school of magic for those of lesser means. He shook the hand of the wizard who had built it, after spending several days with him. “I must thank you for your hospitality,” Darkni said. The older man – about the same age as Darkniciad’s father – responded, “No. No. It is I who must thank you. The advice you have provided will do much to advance my dream.” Darkni countered, “As the spells you have taught me have done much to advance my own studies.” They both chuckled as they unclasped hands. The older man said, “It seems we are at a stalemate in this contest of gratitude.” “Ah, but there must always be a victor. To that end...” Darkni reached into the satchel slung over his shoulder, and withdrew a silken pouch that clinked with the unmistakable sound of coin. He held it out to the other wizard. “Please, I cannot accept such a generous gift,” the other wizard said. “But you will,” Darkni said, pressing the pouch into the other man’s hand. “It will accomplish much more in your purse than in mine.” “I...” Darkniciad waved his hand and said, “I will not take no for an answer. Use it well, that I may find your school thriving, when next I pass this way to share discoveries in the Art with you.” The other wizard weighed the pouch in his hand and said, “I suspect that even were I to refuse, this pouch would somehow find its way here again.” “Most astutely observed.” Darkni clapped his hands, and said, “And so, this contest is concluded.” “Though which is the victor? The giver or the receiver?” “A victory for us both, I would say. Fare thee well.” “The gods speed you on your journey,” the elder wizard said. “And you to your dream.” With that, Darkniciad turned and took the first step on that renewed journey. He walked down the narrow, tree-lined road, enjoying the morning air and the songs of birds. It had taken a year, but finally, he had found and properly trained those who would take up his duties within his father’s business. And so, he was free to pursue his study of the Art. The discovery of the fledgling school and its master was but the latest taste of the welcoming nature this land had for one of his chosen path. His steps now carried him to Destindale, the heart of magical studies within the Protectorates of Armand. Though he would enter light of purse, after the gift to the school, that should be easy to remedy. A city the size of Destindale would certainly have messengers who could deliver a letter requesting more coin from his account at home, and counting houses to make good on the returned letter of credit. There might even be one with magical means to expedite the process. What coin he retained would be sufficient to see him through a week, so long as he sought out reasonably priced accommodations. Daydreams about what he would find in the city carried him through the miles. He had heard of two schools of magic, shops that catered to those who practiced the Art, and common folk who appreciated the benefits of magic, rather than fearing it. He was so caught up in his musings that he nearly missed the sound that brought him up short – a feminine whimper, rapidly stifled.
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    In "Liar's Boon" he covers for his sister's friend when her mom comes to check up on her. Later that night, while he's masturbating to the thought of his sister's hot friend in the shower, she sneaks into his room to demonstrate how grateful she is. In "Bend the Rules" he's letting off a little stress with his fleshlight when he looks up and sees his roommate's little sister watching him with a wide smile. She is completely off-limits due to the bro code, but she doesn't care about that. When she reveals that she's been masturbating in his bed almost daily, he knows that the temptation to bend the rules just got a lot more difficult. Two naughty tales of forbidden fruit now available for download in cross-platform RTF format.
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    In "Becalmed" he's had a miserable day, and swears nothing can make him feel better. His roommate proves him wrong with her mouth. In "Sneaky Sandy" his wife's soaking wet bikini is making things hard. She has a solution for that. In "IPOP" a late night pancake stop and a gorgeous Milf leads to a public encounter he'll never forget. Three smoking hot erotica tales, now available for download to your Kindle compatible device.
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    In "Becalmed" he's had a miserable day, and swears nothing can make him feel better. His roommate proves him wrong with her mouth. In "Sneaky Sandy" his wife's soaking wet bikini is making things hard. She has a solution for that. In "IPOP" a late night pancake stop and a gorgeous Milf leads to a public encounter he'll never forget. Three smoking hot erotica tales, now available for download and offline reading in cross-platform RTF format.
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    In "Pole Skills" he's the last man standing after his buddy's birthday bash. His buddy's busty mother is amused, and suggests he can hang out in the den if he's not ready to sleep yet. He takes her up on the offer, and discovers a photo album. To his surprise, it's a collection of photos from her stripper days. He's even more surprised when she reveals that she's looking over his shoulder as he ogles her with a raging hardon. In "Breakfast Nook" she's recently divorced, and her self-esteem has taken a hit. She's shocked and embarrassed to discover her young neighbor and his friends are ogling her as she sunbathes in a bikini. Not long after, completely different emotions creep in, and she embarks on an ever more daring path of exhibitionism that culminates in masturbating for her young neighbor in her well-lit breakfast nook — and motioning for him to come do more than watch. Two sizzling Milf tales, now available for download and offline reading in cross-platform RTF format.
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    In "Pole Skills" he's the last man standing after his buddy's birthday bash. His buddy's busty mother is amused, and suggests he can hang out in the den if he's not ready to sleep yet. He takes her up on the offer, and discovers a photo album. To his surprise, it's a collection of photos from her stripper days. He's even more surprised when she reveals that she's looking over his shoulder as he ogles her with a raging hardon. In "Breakfast Nook" she's recently divorced, and her self-esteem has taken a hit. She's shocked and embarrassed to discover her young neighbor and his friends are ogling her as she sunbathes in a bikini. Not long after, completely different emotions creep in, and she embarks on an ever more daring path of exhibitionism that culminates in masturbating for her young neighbor in her well-lit breakfast nook — and motioning for him to come do more than watch. Two sizzling Milf tales, now available for download to your Kindle compatible device.
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    In "Overheard" she's had a rotten day at work, and her co-worker is in the same boat. After venting their frustrations on the phone, she tells her friend that what she really needs is a man to eat her pussy, make her come, and then fuck off. The last thing she expected to see when she hung up the phone was her son's best friend smiling at her. He's up to the challenge. In "Son Stroke" she's aggressively gardening because she's mad at her husband for going fishing with his friends. What's worse, he hasn't called or texted. She's so miffed that she nearly lets the hot summer day overcome her before she retreats to the safety of the air-conditioned house. When her husband gets home, she gives him the silent treatment, planning to read him the riot act before bed. Just as she's ready to begin his dressing down, she realizes she left her phone lying outside when she came back into the house. Irritated at herself, she goes outside picks it up, and accidentally sees her step son with his cock in hand, leaving her mesmerized. Two naughty Milf tales, now available for download and offline reading in cross-platform RTF format.
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    In "Overheard" she's had a rotten day at work, and her co-worker is in the same boat. After venting their frustrations on the phone, she tells her friend that what she really needs is a man to eat her pussy, make her come, and then fuck off. The last thing she expected to see when she hung up the phone was her son's best friend smiling at her. He's up to the challenge. In "Son Stroke" she's aggressively gardening because she's mad at her husband for going fishing with his friends. What's worse, he hasn't called or texted. She's so miffed that she nearly lets the hot summer day overcome her before she retreats to the safety of the air-conditioned house. When her husband gets home, she gives him the silent treatment, planning to read him the riot act before bed. Just as she's ready to begin his dressing down, she realizes she left her phone lying outside when she came back into the house. Irritated at herself, she goes outside picks it up, and accidentally sees her step son with his cock in hand, leaving her mesmerized. Two naughty Milf tales, now available for download to your Kindle compatible device.
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    Stephanie is going stir-crazy in pandemic lockdown, and her muse has fled. When she attempts to rediscover the magic that had helped spark her latest fantasy story in the wonder of nature, she discovers that her fantasy writing isn't so fantastic after all. Three sexy brownies help her nurture her same-sex attraction in the most exciting way. A fantasy of the wee folk, now available for download and offline reading in cross-platform RTF format.
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    Four titilating tales told in 100 words or less. A prostitute and her client have a mutually beneficial relationship. A mercy fuck turns into something more. Stolen moments in an affair. Inspiration in scarlet. Erotica in brief, now available for download and offline reading in cross-platform RTF format.
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    Four titilating tales told in 100 words or less. A prostitute and her client have a mutually beneficial relationship. A mercy fuck turns into something more. Stolen moments in an affair. Inspiration in scarlet. Erotica in brief, now available for download to your Kindle compatible device.
  16. Just thought I'd write a post about some of the stories that are moving in the background, since it takes so long to complete most of the stuff I post as Dark and Les. I learned my lesson from the difficulty I'm having with Sisters of the Mists ( which is always getting some attention, even if it's only brief little spurts or reading back through previous chapters to refresh my memory ) and I'll never release any part of any story that isn't already complete on my hard drive. First, I have a significant portion of "Gates of Enchantment" complete. This is the second Darkni history story, following "Facing Destiny", and is a big part of the the foundation for the bridge between the history stories in "Nobles by Deed" prior to the freeing of Egoria, where the companions become the nobles of the country they set free from the tyrrany of Draxnia. I haven't been in the correct frame of mind to write the next scene ( sex ) but once I'm in that sort of mood, I hit the heart of the action afterwards. More information about that story can be found in the thread about bridging the gap in Nobles, and the thread with the preview of Gates. Second is a new story I've mentioned a few times, "One Whore's Town". It is a follow-up to "Lowborn" taking place a few years after that story, and following Betty, one of the three prostitutes who struck out to start their own brothel at the end of that story. It's about 2/3 into its third chapter right now. I started that particular chapter a couple of days ago. I honestly have no idea how many chapters this one is going to be. I know the general plot beats, and where it ends, but a lot of the middle is writing itself as the characters interact. It's a lot like Lowborn in that respect. Lowborn took years from first word on paper to release, so I can't even begin to guess when this one will be complete either. There's a thread with a preview for Chapter 1 here on the forum. Third is "Queen of the Wood" which has made a lot of progress this year. Usually, I lose my drive as the possibility of releasing the story by Earth Day dwindles. This year, the story feels a lot more focused in my head after some changes, and it's still moving along. Much like Gates, I haven't been in the right frame of mind to write a sex scene that's next in the story beat, so the last few days it has moved to the back burner of what I consider active WIPs. Other than that, it still feels as if its on track. I have the next two stories in the "Ancient Peoples" series worked out in my head. The first is called "Tangled Coils" and will introduce Nagas to the world, as well as the first Lamia who isn't the Queen or her sister. Following that will be "Beneath" which will introduce Krakens, and actually be a two part story where Aris isn't the protagonist, but only has a cameo role. His part of the story will be part 2. The next story in "The Fey Folk" is in progress, and is geared toward the current "Love the One(s) you're with" contest on Lit. So, provided that story keeps moving, it should come out soon. Those stories have all been shorter tales anyway, and this one will fit right in with the rest. I've covered Sylphs, Fairies, and Gremlins so far. This story will introduce Brownies into the world. With such a variety of stories on the active WIP list, I've only been sneaking in the occasional RR story ( most of them microfiction of late ) when a particularly strong idea strikes me. It's tempting to dive into those short, sex-heavy, and often tongue-in-cheek stories that don't require much thought or planning. There's also the fact that it's my most popular pen name, and the gratification of the feedback is a boost. It slows down production of my more involved works in these names, but it's also a necessity. I need the boost of that feedback every so often to keep me going, and I don't really spend a lot of time on any one story, so it balances out once a long story as Dark or Les finally goes gold. I also have a few real world stories as Les that have been percolating. One is of a similar theme to one of my recent micros, where a man and an escort form something of a more significant relationship during their sessions, and eventually end up breaking out of their self-destructive lifestyles to find something better with each other. Another is a story where a guy and his first girlfriend meet after years and years. They never went beyond a little heavy petting before she got tempted by some older boy with a car, and becomes the town's go-to girl for easy sex. They never really broke up, she just sort of went wild and left him behind. When he moves back to town after a bitter divorce, she's deeply depressed because she's outgrown that wild, sex-crazy phase, and now she can't find a meaningful relationship because of her reputation. He still feels a little hurt by her running off on him all those years ago, but he still has feelings for her, and they end up being exactly what the other needs.
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    He's been avoiding his annual checkup and making excuses for a while now, and his wife had had enough. She's made an after-hours appointment for him with someone new, and there's no getting out of it. Sexy Dr. Washington soon shows him that his health isn't the only thing on his wife's agenda, or the doc's. A naughty, interracial medical threesome, now available for download and offline reading in cross-platform RTF format.
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    He's been avoiding his annual checkup and making excuses for a while now, and his wife had had enough. She's made an after-hours appointment for him with someone new, and there's no getting out of it. Sexy Dr. Washington soon shows him that his health isn't the only thing on his wife's agenda, or the doc's. A naughty, interracial medical threesome, now available for download to your Kindle compatible device.
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    In "Golden Rolls" he learns that when panic buying due to a pandemic causes T.P. to be scarce, you may just have to make an unusual trade to get what you need. In "Closing the Distance" he's been forced to self-quarantine in his man cave away from his bride-to-be, and the loss of intimacy is painful for the both of them. Little does he know that his shy wife has overcome her bashfulness to find a way to help them connect again. Two stay-at-home quickies now available for download to your Kindle compatible device.
  20. Nominations for the 2019 Clitorides Awards are underway. Go nominate your favorite authors or stories from authors who post on free sites. https://clitoridesawards.org/nominate.php Descriptions of the categories can be found in the FAQs and linked from the nomination form. So far as mine go, Innocent Blood is the only story I have eligible as LesLumens ( Short, Seasonal, Fantasy ) As RR, from any site, and all classed as "short" At Heaven's 'Bate Hung by the Chimney ( Seasonal ) Leigh Ride ( Seasonal ) Old Man Winter Quick & Dirty Fix Rear-ended To The Rescue (Gay/Les/Gender Bend) Weight Of It Wingman As RR, from Lush ( due to posting date, exclusivity, etc. ) and all classed as "short" Rim Fire Bored Out A Belated Gift Parting Gift Coming In Second Tit For Tattle Whistle Blower As Dark and Les, anything older than 2014 other than Dark's version of "Home by the Sea" is eligible for Classic Clitoride.
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    Kara is a shy virgin who wouldn't have even gone to the Halloween Festival if her friend didn't cajole her into it. When her friend decides to visit a fortune teller there, Kara has little choice but to join her, or face the crowds that seem to be closing in on her alone. When it's her turn for a reading, the fortune teller makes a dire prediction that will change her life forever. A chilling Halloween tale that isn't quite what it seems, now available for download to your Kindle compatible device.
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    Kara is a shy virgin who wouldn't have even gone to the Halloween Festival if her friend didn't cajole her into it. When her friend decides to visit a fortune teller there, Kara has little choice but to join her, or face the crowds that seem to be closing in on her alone. When it's her turn for a reading, the fortune teller makes a dire prediction that will change her life forever. A chilling Halloween tale that isn't quite what it seems, now available for download and offline reading in cross-platform RTF format.
  23. Here's a brief preview of "A Belated Gift" which should be coming out very soon on all of the big 3. ==================================== Randy smiled as he finished meticulously cleaning the second of the completely intact antique medicine bottles he’d found while walking along the edge of the old canal on Christmas day. Having a day warm enough to take the walk and excavate them from the bank was a gift, as far as he was concerned. The shriveled bit of remaining cork in the bottom of the second bottle was the bow on top. Divorced, and with no living family still in the area, the unseasonably warm days providing a chance to escape the onslaught of syrupy holiday cheer had been more than worth it as well. At least with Christmas finally over and done, he wouldn’t have to deal with it every time he turned on his television. Even the barrage of campaign ads that would only get worse for the rest of the year was better than that. All that remained was to carefully dry the bottles, set them up against a good backdrop, and take pictures for the collectors’ group before determining their permanent home on his shelf. He barely got started on that before the phone rang. He almost ignored it, because it was most likely a political survey, a telemarketer, or someone looking for a donation. Work had no reason to call him while they were on holiday shut down, and anyone he cared to talk to would have called on his cell. When it rang a third time, he made the effort to cross the room and check the caller I.D. When he saw his landlord’s name, he picked up the phone. “Hello?†“Have you seen the next door neighbors by any chance?†“Not today, but I haven’t really been out.†“Do you think you could walk over there and have them call me? I’m not getting an answer from the number I have, and they still owe me fifty on the rent.†Randy’s brow furrowed. Even with as tedious and borderline pointless as his life had been for the last few years, he could sympathize with someone who was far worse off. The two girls living in the trailer next door were sisters. They had lost their mother when they were little, and their father had kicked the oldest one out for getting pregnant. The youngest had left home and moved in with her sister the day she turned eighteen earlier that year. Two girls trying to raise a baby on cashier wages had to be a struggle. They frequently asked to use his phone when theirs had no minutes left, and he mowed their lawn for them, because they had no way to do it. He knew their one car had been broken down for a couple of days earlier that week, which surely hadn’t helped matters at all. “Their phone is probably out of minutes,†he explained to the landlord. “Their car was broke down, so they’re probably behind, too. You know what, it’s only fifty bucks. I’ll take care of it for them this time.†“You sure?†“Yeah. They’ve had a hard enough time this month. I’ll send it as soon as I get off here. Don’t tell them I paid it.†“Well, okay. Thank you, and happy new year.†“You too.†Randy ended the call, opened the app, and transferred the fifty from his account. He wasn’t hurting for money, thanks to staying in the run down trailer, even though he could afford better after a couple of years of solid raises. Anywhere was as good as anywhere else as far as he was concerned, and it was cheap. That done, he returned to his bottles. **** A knock on the door surprised him a few hours later. He hadn’t been the only one to take advantage of the warm days leading up to Christmas, or the only one to get lucky with new finds. He’d completely lost track of time looking through the new pictures, and chatting about the two additions to his collection. It had managed to get dark while he was distracted – not that it took long for that to happen in December. When he answered the door, he saw that it was the younger of the two sisters – Emma. The pretty little blonde was so petite that he was always surprised that she didn’t blow off the steps in the breeze. “Mind if I come in?†she asked. The warm streak had died out, so he moved aside to let her in out of the cold. “Come on in.†He closed the door and asked, “Need something?†“Actually, I was wondering... Did you pay the rest of our rent?†Randy clenched his teeth for a moment and grunted. “I asked him not to tell you.†“He didn’t. We borrowed a phone and called to let him know we’d have it next week, but he said it was already paid. We couldn’t think of anyone else it might be.†He nodded in acknowledgment and said, “Well, consider it a late Christmas present.†Her beaming smile made her look even more beautiful. “Thank you so much. You don’t know how much that will help.†“You’re welcome. You two just take care of yourself and the baby. I’d rather have you girls over there than whatever loud idiots would probably move in if you moved out.†She let out a brief, silvery laugh at that, and then said, “I want to do something for you.â€
  24. Thought I'd post a topic about this, and the progress that's being made toward bridging the gap in "Nobles by Deed" there's always been a big old hole in the middle of the timeline there. There's a group of stories taking place early in the life of the characters, and then a group of stories after they've freed Egoria. I feel that the early stories for all the characters need to be told, in order to fill in that gap. One trilogy with Darkni is already in progress, beginning with "Facing Destiny". The second story in that trilogy "Gates of Enchantment" is in progress now. The third story is called "Something Familiar". Those early Darkni stories ( taking place a few years earlier than the other Nobles history, because Darkni is the oldest of the companions ) contain a great deal of world history, as well as Darkni's. "Facing Destiny" fleshes out the origins of the Great Crater, where Fightershaven is situated. "Gates of Enchantment" is delving into the history of the Protectorates of Armand, where Danica and Devan are from. Lots of Easter Eggs for the Arts Ardane stories in "Gates of Enchantment". "Something Familiar" will take place in the Western Baronies, where Zoraster is from and "The Forge" resides. That trilogy sets up Darkni for a story where he teams up with Mindblind. Simultaneously, there's a new Thakkor and Alicia story that's going to happen. Those two stories will end in the same taproom of the same inn, and are the launching pad for "Rage of a Goblin King" ( Still a working title, but one that's seriously growing on me, despite it being only one word off from a Raymond E. Feist title ) Rage is where most of the companions first meet and team up to free Normandal from the grip of a goblin infestation. The lessons they've learned and the forces they've gathered push them toward a grander, and more dangerous quest — facing down the forces of Draxnog to free Egoria from his talons. Once I tell that story, the bridge is complete. "King Thakkorias" takes place shortly after the freeing of Egoria. I still need to flesh out the other companions with history, though. Saggitariad has appeared in only the briefest cameos within Danica and SOTM. Vladamir only brief cameos in "Lowborn", Danica, SOTM, and Blackhawk Hall, though I do establish a critical element or two of him there. I believe I've nailed down the early history story for both of them. Those then need to be followed up with "Growth" stories that push them closer to where they are at the time of Rage. I'll likely write a history story for Saj's wife Carol Darkholme as well. Darkni's wife is covered in Rage. Then there's a later story after the freeing of Egoria, taking place even earlier than "King Thakkorias" about Saj and his wife called "A Thief N' the Knight". It takes place as they're journeying from the capital to take over as Duke and Duchess. There's another Arts Ardane story as well. Prior to Rage, Devan is the first of the Ardane sisters to meet Zoraster. Just thought I'd post this up, so everyone knows that there is a plan to bridge that gap. It won't come quickly, as anyone who follows me knows, but it is creeping that way. I'm constantly opening SOTM and trying to get back into the right frame of mind to continue that story as well.
  25. I'm starting this thread as something I can link without editing my existing tools, in hopes that there will be many more of these. These are video readings of my stories, with rather stimulating visuals, if you get my drift. Nailed Part 1 by Dangerous_Redhead
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