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The Thornvault Accord - Part 4
Vaelin awoke not in a cell, nor in a Citadel of cold walls and sharper laws, but in a clearing of impossible silence. Glass-thorn trees stretched around him in every direction, tall as cathedral spires, their trunks a translucent violet that shimmered like frozen moonlight. The sky above churned slowly with colors he had no names for—amber-gold bleeding into bruised lilac, split with veins of silver lightning that never cracked but simply hung, as though time had paused mid-scream.
By Richard Bailey8 months ago in Chapters
Her County: Finale
PART 1 PART 2 PART 3 PART 4 The mouth of the wooden cathedral gaped as the thick, dark oak doors parted, pulled aside of their own accord as I stood upon the threshold. I looked from the hollow, dark depths of the entrance hall, swallowing what little moonlight was cast upon my back, to the heights of the edifice, bulging and buckling under its own mighty weight, with three large and open circular shutters. Unsure, I turned around to Meabh and the others, still by the fire, watching me. Their unblinking eyes stirred a twinge of unease in my chest, but they didn't appear apprehensive, nor glowering. It was more out of fascination, as though I was about to do something extraordinary. I returned to the opening, reminding myself what was at stake, and stepped into the shallow, dim island of light.
By Conor Matthews8 months ago in Chapters
The Thornvault Accord - Part 3
Vaelin stood atop the high ramparts of Black Hollow Citadel, wind slicing across the stone like judgment. The chill did not bother him. It rarely did anymore. Below, a city moved with mechanical precision, smokestacks churned gray trails into a pale sky, and soldiers in mirror-polished black armor marched in perfect formation around a central spire where laws were carved not in ink, but in blood and steel.
By Richard Bailey8 months ago in Chapters
Businesswoman Chapter 152
The time expired. Loreen got up from her desk and circled it like a tigress debating how to best devour its prey. She had three stop watches. Each one ticked at different times to indicate what part of the speech she would be able to fit into the presentation. She gave time for Lisa and then it swung back to her. This entire activity prompted her to stay focused on the task. A sense of stability assured her in this latest endeavor.
By Skyler Saunders8 months ago in Chapters
The Thornvault Accord - Part 2
Elira woke to the scent of roses. Not the kind that grew wild near her cabin window, nor the dry, bitter perfume nobles bathed in to hide their greed. These smelled of memory—thick with honey and heartbreak. She opened her eyes to soft golden light spilling through carved windows. A breeze stirred silk curtains. Her bed was vast, draped in crimson sheets stitched with fire-thread. A crown rested beside her pillow, its shape reminiscent of a blooming flame.
By Richard Bailey8 months ago in Chapters
The Santa Fe Tape.
Tanner Moss wasn’t just another content creator. At 24, he was already a digital phenomenon—known for his charisma, offbeat humor, and magnetic presence that kept fans refreshing their feeds for his next viral hit. With over five million followers across platforms and brand deals stacked in his inbox, Tanner had mastered the influencer algorithm.
By Travis Johnson8 months ago in Chapters
Calico Jack. Content Warning.
1782, CHARLES TOWN, SOUTH CAROLINA Annabeth stares ahead at nothing, a vacant look in her eyes. Slowly, a small smile appears on her frail, wrinkled face. “Jack…?” she whispers, as if she’s seeing someone who isn’t really there. “Oh, my Jack… My heart has missed you…”
By Luna Jordan8 months ago in Chapters
Businesswoman Chapter 151
A portfolio opened. The digital display of Atkinson’s businesses unfolded like an accordion. Over two hundred companies resided on his computerized investment platter. He looked at all of the data and noticed that something was amiss.
By Skyler Saunders8 months ago in Chapters
Into The Grey II
This is where this story starts: 🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️ On the roads eastward, housing became sparser, but they were still all metal sheeted. When he saw a shop, he managed to rip the sheet off the door and get provisions. This time, he decided to explore a little further and look upstairs.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 8 months ago in Chapters
