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February 1, 2021
LMM 213: Good Company
Claimer: I do hereby claim all rights and responsibility for the characters in this series of vignettes because the Amaranthine Saga is mine. (Which means I should probably behave myself since anything I say or do could be taken as canon.) Indulge the lot of us, especially the waking one.
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Good Company
“Hello, handsome.”
Hisoka stopped mid-yawn to peruse Jacques’ scent.
“It’s wee hours, the thirty-first,” Jacques reported. “Want a biscuit? I saved some.”
“Many thanks.” Hisok...
January 31, 2021
ART: Sonnet
Two Sides. Last week, I teasered this piece of art over on Patreon with a close crop. (I always do. Peeks are a perk of patronage.) Seems especially appropriate that I post this piece today, since Sonnet steps seamlessly (dare I suggest fluidly) into a new role for his family in Hemmed in Silver.
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When Pennythwaite called them for dinner, he sounded strange. Strained.
Concerned, Wyn hurried to the kitchen, only to draw up short. Triggs showed up a moment later and with a surprised...
January 30, 2021
This came up…
Question and Answer. I received a (probably unintentionally) loaded question in comments on my most recent chapter of Lord Mettlebright’s Man. It really kicked my brain into overdrive, and by the time I finished answering, I figured I’d bring it out of comments & make a blog post of it. If only because there’s a teaser tucked in there. So with all due respect, I’m reposting the question & my answer here:
So, when are you going to write an LGBTQ character that’s a normal person? Not in love w...
January 29, 2021
Mood Stripes 226: True
Disclaimer: I do hereby disclaim all rights and responsibilities for the characters in this audacious adventure… especially for the understanding one. A nod of recognition is bent towards Rumiko Takahashi for her creative prowess.
Chapter 226: True
Kohaku told her how the Shikon-no-Tama had tried to twist their hopes into a curse, linking them like the Four Souls, perhaps forever.
“Is it true?”
“You know it is. I am curious why.”
Kagome couldn’t see any drawback to confiding. ...
January 28, 2021
LMM 212: Spill the Tea
Claimer: I do hereby claim all rights and responsibility for the characters in this series of vignettes because the Amaranthine Saga is mine. (Which means I should probably behave myself since anything I say or do could be taken as canon.) Indulge the lot of us, especially the one whose brotherly love has limits.
212
Spill the Tea
Cat helped Jacques from the bed, guiding him to a chair while his brother ensured Hisoka was comfortable. Confusion set in when Canarian rejoined them, pausin...
January 26, 2021
Troved
Tuesday’s Tote. Once a week, I’m posting a new fandom book cover to Goodreads & to the fanfic site. As an added bonus, the new pattern is available in my Threadless & TeePublic shopfronts. Totes, masks, backpacks, zipper bags, journals, and note cards are available. This week we’re adding an homage to Troved.
Summary: Everyone knows that a hanyou comes from the union of a human and a youkai. In this case, the union of a human and a youkai is brought about by a hanyou. A Valentine’s Day on...
Mood Stripes 225: Sweet
Disclaimer: I do hereby disclaim all rights and responsibilities for the characters in this audacious adventure… especially for the one who gets personal. A nod of recognition is bent towards Rumiko Takahashi for her creative prowess.
Chapter 225: Sweet
Kagome woke to freckles. “Erm… good morning, Kohaku-kun.”
“Inuyasha’s here. They went off together.” His smile held apology. “I used to help keep Rin warm, too.”
“That’s sweet.”
He glanced up. “Shishi says it’s a dog thing.”
...COMPLETE: News Hound
Summary: Iruka is sent undercover on a mission that bears every resemblance to an enforced vacation. It’s the world’s most boring assignment. And the loneliest. Until a chatty photojournalist named Sukea starts hanging around. Canon Divergence. [Iruka & Kakashi/Sukea/Hound] – COMPLETE
This Naruto fanfic has reached its conclusion. Chapter 20: “Hero’s Welcome” just posted.
January 25, 2021
LMM 211: Gifts Come in Many Forms
Claimer: I do hereby claim all rights and responsibility for the characters in this series of vignettes because the Amaranthine Saga is mine. (Which means I should probably behave myself since anything I say or do could be taken as canon.) Indulge the lot of us, especially the fine monsieur.
211
Gifts Come in Many Forms
Jacques hugged Hisoka protectively as the stranger deposited his parcels.
“You, my fine monsieur, are on the gift list of an elite set—Mossberne, Starmark, Mettlebrig...
Anniversary of the Emergence
Lunar New Year. We’re nearing an international holiday (at least, it is in-story). The news that startled humanity around the world, that they shared space with the so-called “inhuman races,” coincided with the Lunar New Year (because wolves).
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“Look, look, look!” Coop’s voice broke with adolescent urgency as he pointed at the television screen. “They cut in a few seconds ago. Across all channels.”
He flipped through to demonstrate. Every station was emblazoned with banners that s...
