‘Come rest awhile, my lady.’ The handsome creature bowed his head, softly pawing the ground with a bronzed hoof. ‘Come for an hour, a day, a year. Taste our fruits, bathe in our streams.’ He ran his tongue over his lips. ‘Lie on a soft bed of leaves and listen to the music of the forest.’
The centaur advanced to the edge of the bridge and gazed down at Sinead with long-lashed amber eyes. ‘Walk with me,’ he whispered. His eyes fell on Moonsprite. ‘Come, pretty creature.’ His words dripped like honey.
Arching her neck, Moonsprite snorted loudly. A searing shaft of light rose like a spear from her saddlebag. Sinead wheeled around and flung it open.
The Crystal of Nor burned with diamond intensity. Sinead leapt away from it, burying her face in Moonsprite’s mane. The centaur let out a deafening roar as the forest was engulfed in darkness.
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That was another unexpected twist, Chris. I was caught up in the magic of the moment and then the darkness happened! 😳🙂
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By twists and turns the plot develops… I was quite surprised too 😉
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Nothing ever seems to be plain sailing, does it? Keeps the momentum going though! 🙂
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Plain sailing in a saga? No-oo, choppy waters all the way…
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Oh er, yes. That as well! 😶😊
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This so feels like the start to a wonderful epic story. It’s brilliant.
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Gosh, thank you, Gary! In fact, we’re somewhere in the middle of the story, but each episode is a new start on Sinead’s Quest and you can join at any time 🙂
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Even the beginning has already captivated my heart! Another wonderful piece Chris!❤
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Thanks, Celine!
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Oh this was great…. but too short.
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Aha, but you only get a little 150 word piece at a time with this story… 🙂
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Looking forward to b the next one.
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🙂
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I knew that centaur was up to no good! I had forgotten she had the crystal. Good going Moonsprite for not falling for his tricks!
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Quite right. He was far to beautiful to be anything other than treacherous. I don’t think Moonsprite appreciated the way he spoke to her either 😉
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Ooooh! Captivating episode, Chris. So beautifully written, too.
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Thanks, Susan! 🙂
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I’m finally caught up with all the episodes. I agree with Sadje – 150 words is too short! Your masterful story-telling is so evident even with the word limit.
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Oh well done, Irma! I hope it all made sense. Thanks for that lovely compliment too 🙂
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Yes, great crafting, Chris!
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🙂 thank you, Irma!
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The crystal of nor?
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One of the Four Ancient Artifacts. Moonsprite has been carrying it in her saddlebag since before the Final Quest began. Its use and origin are obscure (the writer said confidently). 😉
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Haha, alright then
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Oh no! I’m so used to the goodness of centaurs that you really took me by surprise here. Beautifully done, Chris!
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We thought him too pretty to be trustworthy. 😉
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Hee hee!
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I hope they get away! Curious coincidence, I just made a story with a bowing creature myself.
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Politeness abounds!
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Wow. The crystal burning, a message must be hidden. 🤔😍
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Indeed! We must watch and wait to find out.
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Waiting 😀
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Lovely dialogue here, Chris. Another cracking chapter!
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🙂 thanks Matthew. I’m pleased you’re enjoying these little snippets!
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