Romance

A Techno Carol (with Apologies to Charles Dickens) - A Story in Five Parts
Part II: It was a wonderful rest. Jimmy could not remember the last time he slept that well… “Beep, beep…” That must have been his Android…or tablet? He never used the alarm on his smartwatch or desktop, so he must have…
By Kendall Defoe 2 years ago in Chapters
A Merry Little Christmas to Us
My cruiser partner and long-time buddy, Tucker, had invited me to his place so I didn't have to face spending Christmas Eve alone after our brutal call earlier in the night. We had been dispatched to look for a missing senior citizen, who ended up wandering away from a home and freezing to death. We were both pretty shaken up by her death and didn't need to be alone and thinking about what we could have done better to prevent it.
By Tina D'Angelo2 years ago in Chapters
Winter's Enchantment: A Symphony of Nature's Ballet
Winter holds a spell on me, causing nature to create a captivating ballet, with tiny snowflakes twirling across my nose. A beautiful image appears as sparrows, pining for warmth, take cover in the limbs of almost naked trees. The festive tunes of the cardinals reverberate through the air, creating a wonderful story that melds perfectly with the elegant motions of this holiday dance.
By Pamela2 years ago in Chapters
The Legend of LLC
Amidst the sweltering heat of a Florida summer, the sprawling farmlands of the Sunshine State held a tale of heroism and destiny. In the heart of a rustic countryside, nestled among rolling hills and fields, stood an old and weathered farmhouse. This was a place where the sun-kissed fields stretched as far as the eye could see, and the air was thick with both promise and uncertainty. This quaint abode, surrounded by the ever-changing embrace of nature, would become the birthplace of a legend – LLC the Rooster.
By Rivahn P2 years ago in Chapters
Harmony Hearts. Content Warning.
Sydney Fans of the new band, Whiskey River Devils , filled the Rhythm & Revelry Lounge bar in a brightly lit alleyway. Colorful graffiti jumped off the alley walls in precise lines that made it come alive. Inside the bar, excitement and curiosity filled the room. Fans ordered from a menu’s witty names the band members chose for their favorite drinks. They only had to wait another thirty minutes for the first debut. Other rock songs played overhead through the speakers around them to keep them entertained while waiting.
By Fayth Darkfell2 years ago in Chapters
The Queen's Knight (ch 7)
Taryn was not one to binge drink. Her father told her from a young age that she should do nothing to surrender her sense of awareness, or control. That alone would grant her more power than the average soldier.
By Koda Red2 years ago in Chapters
The Queen's Knight(ch5)
Less than a week later, the Queen and her company returned to Oaksbury castle, where Dahlia spent the next few days delving into the paperwork and laws she had missed while she was away. Since they couldn’t spend as much time together as usual, Taryn spent those days training in the field with Silas.
By Koda Red2 years ago in Chapters
The Queen's Knight (ch8)
“Heyya buddy.” Silas sat on a stool in Taryn’s room, which sat at the end of Lord Emerey’s hall. The doctor that tended her wounds assured Silas that she would be alright, as long as she kept breathing, and was hydrated when she woke. He then told him to please stop asking questions so he could retire to bed. “It’s been pretty quiet without you,” Silas continued, rubbing his beard and glancing out the window. “At least- you know- in the several hours you’ve been unconscious.
By Koda Red2 years ago in Chapters
The Queen's Knight (ch6)
At the end of the month, Taryn was given leave to visit her family in Westwood. Her parents and brothers thrived in the country, far from class and court politics. Taryn decided to leave it that way, and let them keep their blissful ignorance.
By Koda Red2 years ago in Chapters
The Queen's Knight(ch 4)
“It musn’t happen again,” Dahlia muttered as she pushed the hair from her face and tugged a robe around her shoulders. “Vanya!” she shouted, hoping her lady in waiting would hear her through the thin walls. “Vanya, I’m ready!”
By Koda Red2 years ago in Chapters
The Queen's Knight(ch3)
Taryn and the Queen spent most days together after that. With her previous knights, Dahlia only allowed them to escort her but a few times a day. Taryn, however, joined the queen on her outings, meetings, and announcements, assuming this was all typical for a personal knight. Under this assumption, Taryn wondered how it was that a single knight could be assigned to her majesty without falling in love with her.
By Koda Red2 years ago in Chapters
Queen's Knight(ch2)
Heat swelled inside the Oaksbury castle where the council of nobles met. Queen Dahlia sat at the head of the table, Onra to her left. On her right, sat Taryn.
By Koda Red2 years ago in Chapters