As Marya compared heights, arm length and other measures, Juanita asked. "What skills have you brought with you? We need to find you a job once you're ready." Marya rushed in. "It's no hurry though, if you're not well, you must rest as much as you need." Leila smiled at her. "It was only five …
The Crossing Guards: The crossing guards at a busy intersection of the city do more than just help the living humans walk across the street. It was the quiet moment. You know, that time when the day seems to pause, take a breath and think, before breathing out again and hurrying on exactly as before. …
Anaria woke to the sun shining into the room, and frowned. How much of what she remembered was real, and how much was fever dream? How could honest, caring, kind, humble Liam be the heir of Clearfall? That must have been her mind playing games. She sat up, then piled the pillows behind her to …
The room was spacious and shaped like an L, with windows on the two long sides. From what he could see, the furniture was simple, well-made and well-used. A bed, a small table next to it with a lamp and a book, a larger table that seemed to serve as a desk under one of …
This story has ground to a complete halt now. I might revisit the whole thing in a year or two and re-write with a bit more forethought and intent. Also, the home page image has nothing to do with the content of this post, there's not enough content to work with for a relevant and …
Eventually the cart turned under something that blocked the light overhead and the sound of the wheels softened. It eased to a halt this time and her basket jiggled as someone pulled at straps holding the lid in place. Leila blinked up at the Captain's face, peering over the side at her, reassured by the …
He was across the room in an instant, laying a careful hand on her head, as Sarah had done, checking for fever, as his worried eyes searched hers. “Ana.” She’d already flopped back onto the pillows piled up behind her, it was too hard to hold herself up, but she found the energy for a …
Maya glanced away from her computer, her phone was ringing. Unusual for the middle of the work day. Also unusual that it was a blocked number. Might be a scammer, might be a recruiter. Maya decided she was bored enough that she'd take either. "Hello?" "Maya? I need you to find an excuse to get …
Alec prowled across the room to the window on the far side, drumming his fingers on his leg. An inner door opened and Janet came through with a couple of members of the kitchen staff, each bearing a laden tray. They arranged the contents on a side table, then Janet's two helpers bobbed quick curtseys …
The crewman laid her on a bed in one of the passenger berths as the Captain put her bag by her side, in both easy view and reach. Both of them then stood back for another man to approach. His face went from curious frown to fury at the sight of her and Leila tried …
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