Vaironian Tides: Chapter 15

Chapter 15 of Vaironian Tides is up!  Some bits and pieces:

The rebel paused, having an inner battle about what to do. Part of him wanted to mash Jarrick into the ground. The other part remained concerned about Darion’s reaction. He and the negotiator were beginning to get back on good terms, having refreshed their relationship. He was reluctant to ruin the progress they’d made. Yet, he thought that Jarrick was deserving of a pummeling.

Architect’s Guardian: Chapter 15

The Architect’s Guardian Chapter 15 has been posted!  Here are a few snippets:

Armando rubbed his arms rapidly, trying to clear his mind of the images that had been bothering him for weeks. He had hoped that, by now, he would be able to sleep properly. Yet, this was not the case. Even now, the visions from the dream lingered, creating in him a doubt that he was truly awake, safe with Izdahl next to him.

Balance: Chapter 14

I’ve updated Balance with Chapter 14.  Here are some snapshots:

As uncertainty took hold, Kouta became agitated. The more he thought about Takayuki’s words, the more he became suspicious. Suspicion fueled his rising anger. Maybe Ryuu wasn’t being straightforward with him. Maybe Takayuki knew that and was using it to goad him. Maybe that’s why Ryuu had acted so strangely the previous week. Sex had been awkward and Ryuu had said there was something he’d done. Kouta cursed, a series of painful scenarios running through his head.

Vaironian Tides: Chapter 14

Chapter 14 of Vaironian Tides is up!  Some bits and pieces:

Darion’s heart was heavy. He’d been quite open with Tolrek just now. Yet, his words went unacknowledged. It stung. It was not as if they’d never exchanged verbal expressions of love. Perhaps deep down inside Tolrek was still holding resentment about Darion’s actions with Jarrick. Darion hoped that was not the case.

Architect’s Guardian: Chapter 14

The Architect’s Guardian Chapter 14 has been posted!  Here are a few snippets:

  1. Izdahl got up out of bed. Armando gave his torso an appreciative appraisal as he searched one of the dressers. He opened the top drawer and removed a box. It contained an item that carried several deep meanings for him. He hoped Armando would accept it.
  2. Armando woke up sweating, the coldness of the chains and words maliciously grasping at him. He sat up quickly and scanned the room. It was as if the presence had left his dreams and entered the bedroom. When he was sure that was not the case, his breathing slowed to normal.

Balance: Chapter 13

I’ve updated Balance with Chapter 13.  Here are some snapshots:

There are instances when more thought and less action would be useful. This should have been one of those times for Kouta but he neglected to use better judgment. He’d lost patience. He punched Takayuki hard in his mouth, enjoying the feel of his fist connecting with the other man’s face. It was a bonus that Takayuki went flailing against a car. He stumbled sideways, stunned for a second but quickly came at Kouta. Soon, there was a rumble of scuffling, punches, shouts and overall testosterone-driven chaos.

<cue Mortal Kombat>

Vaironian Tides: Chapter 13

Chapter 13 of Vaironian Tides is up!  Some bits and pieces:

Early the next morning, Jarrick awoke, remembering that Darion was in a nearby room. He couldn’t resist and quickly made his way to the negotiator. Darion was relaxing, his handsome face serene. However, it wasn’t his face that Jarrick focused on for long. Darion was lying on his back and his perfectly rounded buttocks were exposed, as he’d kicked off the sheets during the night.

The Characters Say: Introductions

The guys from Balance, The Architect’s Guardian and Vaironian Tides have now written introductions for their special areas.  A while ago, they’d vigorously negotiated with me to have spotlights for each of them.  We came to terms:

  1. I’ll continue to write about them.
  2. They’ll share details that won’t necessarily end up in the stories.
  3. All parties are happy.

Periodically, they will go to their unique spaces and give insights about what they’re experiencing.  You can see what they have to share under the category called The Characters Say.

Architect’s Guardian: Chapter 13

The Architect’s Guardian Chapter 13 has been posted!  Here are a few snippets:

  1. Izdahl was trying to decide what to do about Leila Barton. He was playing his cello, practicing Franz Schubert’s Arpeggione Sonata. He’d heard it two months ago at Dmitri’s home and had wanted to perform it for the upcoming orchestral concert. While he played, he reviewed various scenes from the lunch with Viktor’s lover.
  2. Without warning, his A string broke, snapping up towards his left eye. It cut into the flesh of his cheek. He winced, surprised.

 

Balance: Chapter 12

I’ve updated Balance with Chapter 12!  Here are some snapshots:

  1. “I don’t want to see you right now. The more we talk, the angrier I’m getting. I didn’t plan on having a shouting match, especially so late at night. I hope no one heard us.”
  2. Kouta turned his back to Ryuu, ending the conversation. Soon, he heard the door close. He stretched out on the bed, thinking about how Ryuu was acting. Sometimes, he could accept the things Ryuu did when his domineering side showed itself. It could be appealing but today Kouta thought Ryuu had gone too far.