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October 21, 2020
LMM 181: Sigil and Stone
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 who rises to any challenge.
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Sigil and Stone
The upstairs hallway was quiet. “You sure your boy’s here?”
“May I?” Michael offered his hand.
Feeling unaccountably shy, Jacques let him take hold and wis...
October 20, 2020
LMM 180: Understatement
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 carrying a baby.
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Understatement
“Several wards have vanished in the vicinity of the third floor.” Michael’s smile turned apologetic. “While I try not to notice every little thing, I have a certain affinity...
Clutter
Tuesday’s Tote. I’ve been adding a new fandom book cover to Goodreads & to the fanfic site each week. (Think of it as weekly cover reveals!) As an added bonus, the new pattern becomes available in my Threadless & TeePublic shopfronts. Totes, masks, and note cards are available. This week we’re adding an homage to Clutter.

Summary: Mrs. Higurashi decides to help her daughter put her life together; enter Sesshoumaru, professional organizer extraordinaire. A romantic comedy told in 100-word ...
Mood Stripes 199: Pleasing
Disclaimer: I do hereby disclaim all rights and responsibilities for the characters in this audacious adventure… especially for the one who needs to investigate. A nod of recognition is bent towards Rumiko Takahashi for her creative prowess.
Chapter 199: Pleasing
Sesshoumaru wanted to compare his impressions with corresponding scents. Then, he would develop strategies to encourage pleasing attitudes.
When Kagome’s thoughts were on him, they unlocked a captivating warmth, a comfort h...
News Hound
Updated! 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]
This Naruto fanfic updates on Tuesdays. Chapter 6: “Hostage Situation” just posted.
October 19, 2020
LMM 179: A Deux
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 who’s having a little quality time.
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A Deux
They left him alone with Kyrie, who didn’t seem to mind Uncle Jackie’s lack of experience in the child-rearing department. Peekaboo tournament. Schmaltzy ballads....
Every Name a Story
Kimiko and the Accidental Proposal. There are three wolves in Class 3-C at New Saga High School, all from the Nightspangle pack in America. They’re used to mingling with humans, having grown up in an urban enclave, but they’re less familiar with the language and culture of Japan. Even so, Hanoo’s leadership qualities shine through.

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Say, did you catch this mention back in Bk2?
Lapis arched his brows. “You require taming, so I am throwing you to the wolves. They clearly underst...
October 18, 2020
ART: Summer Friends
“May the coming season find you richer for the bonds we will share.” Mikoto’s basically grown up at a reaver summer camp, so he’s used to friends who come and go. I keep calling this a buddy!pic for a buddy!fic, because I ship many ships that aren’t romantic in nature: friendship, kinship, mentorship, partnership. ::twinkle::

“Summer Friends” | art by FoxOfTwilight
They caught up to Timur in the kitchen of a modest house. He had his arm around the shoulders of someone who looked like ...
LMM 178: Enviable Position
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 who always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.
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Enviable Position
Jacques had no idea why Tsumiko trusted him with her husband, let alone her child. In the same position, he would’ve been suspicious, j...
October 17, 2020
LMM 177: Trust for Trust
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 who’s learning.
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Trust for Trust
This again? Jacques stormed, “I know my place.”
“Not well enough”
“You think I don’t know who has your heart?” Jacques didn’t begrudge Tsumiko her place. She was the l...