Fantasy
The River Flows
The river flowed as it always had. The water calmy drifting along its natural formation while lapping up against the rocks on its sides. Trees adorned the banks of the river with dirt tracks weaving in and out from those who had ventured down to take in its beauty. A gentle breeze blew through the tops of the trees, providing a hustling yet mesmerizing sound. Taylor looked up. It was beautiful. The green, lush leaves on hundred-year-old trees ignited his senses, with the fresh air drifting down onto the forest floor where he stood. He paused for a moment to get a drink of water out of his backpack. He took the bag off his back and knelt down. He pulled out a water bottle and took a few sips, before placing the bottle on the dirt as he looked across the river. He watched for a few minutes as the water moved this way and that, heading down towards a bend in the river that looked strangely eerie. The forest seemed to be darker down there. He felt uncomfortable even looking at it, little lone knowing he had to walk past it to get back home.
By Joshua Maggs2 years ago in Chapters
Court of Sorcerers — Part 3
For once, Elyscia was conflicted about her plan. They needed the Duke on their side, but she wouldn’t allow him to destroy her life’s work. They would have to move up the plan. She could call off the engagement, as soon as they accomplished what they set out to do. She told Renout as much.
By Clever&WTF2 years ago in Chapters
Court of Sorcerers — Part 2
Renout found a seat at the back of the Council meeting, in the area designated for the court magicians. They were expected to attend the meetings, in case their work was needed, but not to give input unless asked. He had arrived early and quickly poured himself a goblet of wine before emptying a vial of Elyscia’s magic into the pitcher.
By Clever&WTF2 years ago in Chapters
Descent: Part Four. Content Warning.
"Hey," Mary tugged on my arm. "Come on, I don't want to get left behind." Ester, the other one who had been helping me up, sniffed and turned away. I don't think had quite forgiven me for making her stumble into that pillar. The pillar... that was important. I was certain it was important. She had... what had she done? Touched it.
By Alexander McEvoy2 years ago in Chapters
Court of Sorcerers
Elyscia rolled off the plush bed, donned a robe, and poured herself a goblet of water. After she had gulped down half the contents, she offered Nicolaus the rest. He took the goblet from her hand, but before he could take a sip, she gestured to stop him.
By Clever&WTF2 years ago in Chapters
Chapter 8: The Most Dangerous Strategy Game
Prologue // Chapter 1: The Queen is Dead...Again // Chapter 2: The Ball // Chapter 3: Long Live The 7th Queen // Chapter 4: Don't cry, beg, or scream. // Chapter 5: The Plucking of a Flower // Chapter 6: Unexpected Allies // Chapter 7: The Night The Lights Went Out For Mia //
By Hope Martin2 years ago in Chapters
The Enchanted Flora
Once upon a time, in a small village nestled between rolling hills, there lived a reclusive botanist named Professor Bloom. With a heart full of curiosity and a mind brimming with ideas, he spent his days experimenting with plants in his humble greenhouse. One day, after years of tireless dedication, Professor Bloom discovered a remarkable secret. He had created a garden like no other, a garden where each plant possessed the extraordinary power to bring people's dreams to life.
By Malsha Pramodi Dissanayaka2 years ago in Chapters
Chapter 1: The Broken Soldier. Top Story - November 2023.
The forest path was uneven. He felt every rise and divot in the earth, every loose stone that twisted under his boot. With every step, his leg complained with a bright pinch of pain as if to remind him that he was - in fact - broken. He couldn’t decide which was worse, the walk to the cabin that he was now forced to call home, or the wagon ride through Wolf’s Pass; a jostling, hellish ordeal over the border that made him question his sanity. At least in the wagon he still had his brothers with him.
By M. A. Mehan 2 years ago in Chapters
