"Lyrou's husband gets some recognition."
Afternoon Sunday, June 16th, 2024Alone at home while Lyrou ran errands with Penny, and Alan was out skateboarding and bike stunting with friends, Garin found a gift box delivered on his front porch, tucked behind a plant pot to prevent...
"The intern starts to see opportunities."
After such a special and mesmerizing weekend, Jane and the other women had to return to work. It was Monday morning and the intern was back at the office. Veronica and Jane had a hard time not smiling and blushing...
"Things heat up as our three characters get to know each other, embracing the magic of a youthful summer"
Bonfire Promises and the Day AfterThe next morning came slow and hazy, sunlight slicing through the slats of Cal’s bedroom blinds like it had a personal grudge. Milo woke last, head pounding faintly from cheap beer and the memory of...
"Two lifelong summer friends collide with the magnetic Lena at a beachfront house party, where a spilled beer sparks an instant, electric connection that promises to change everything."
The boardwalk lights were just flickering on as Milo pulled the old station wagon into the narrow driveway behind Cal’s family house. The place hadn’t changed: weathered gray shingles, a wraparound porch sagging slightly under years of salt air, the...
"Edgar, Akasha, and Amika take a little trip..."
I took Akasha’s hand, feeling the warmth of her palm, and walked out the front door. Amika followed a step behind us. Akasha threaded her fingers through mine as we walked through the yard and towards the creek. The air...
"Hannah accepts a proposal which gives her a challenging new assignment. She will need all her skills to bring it to a successful conclusion."
Hannah left her hotel and made her way to the convention center. Rossi had told her he would contact her again before she left Toronto, so that meant either today or tomorrow. While she waited, she would make the most...
"Enter the cuckold"
The Fair house, Shadyside, Pittsburgh – November 2025.Michael Fair was a successful oncologist at UPMC. His wife, Lynda, a former physician's assistant at his practice, had chosen to stay home. Ten years of marriage, eight years of hoping, and the...
"An Emissary shows up to the Court of the Amber Stars"
I stood in the parking lot outside the Ranger station in Yosemite Valley, looking at Akasha. Her words were still ringing in my ears. “An Emissary?” I asked. Anton had told me stories of when he was an emissary for the...
"After her adventures overseas, Hannah returns to the office and faces a new challenge."
Hannah tried to relax over the weekend, feeling that she deserved it after her intense week in Milan. But she couldn’t help reviewing the Tanaka board document Steiner had given her, finding it a hive of useful information. Reddy’s faction...
"The plumbers come to an agreement and the week goes smoothly"
The next morning, Jeff and Valerie were awakened by the screaming of their alarm. Jeff reached over, cuddled Valerie in his arms, and held her close to his chest.“Good morning, Ginger Snap.” Jeff smiled.“Don’t look at me. I still don’t...