159 Results in the "Horror" category


    • White Shadows: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou's visceral disdain for fire, a force that has already scarred her physically and emotionally. As a pub explodes around her and Reid, she harnesses a magical golden cord to create a protective shield, channeling her fear into icy crystals that momentarily hold back the flames. Despite their narrow escape, Lou struggles to suppress her rage upon seeing Reid injured and the bounty hunters consumed by the fire. The chaos is compounded by the mysterious disappearance of Claud…
    • When a Snake Sheds Her Skin: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou, the protagonist, sits alone on a rooftop, grappling with emotional turmoil after a traumatic day. The heavy clouds mirror her somber mood as she reflects on the fractured relationships around her. Below, Coco and Ansel discuss her situation, their voices tinged with concern and unresolved tension. Lou feels undeserving of their care, especially as she wrestles with feelings of abandonment and self-doubt. The wind seems to respond to her anguish, prompting her to whisper a plea for help, as if…
    • Until One of Us is Dead: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid and his companions navigating a dense, sunless forest as they journey south toward the swamp of Le Ventre. The group's dynamics are tense, with unresolved conflicts simmering beneath the surface. Ansel and Lou remain silent, their rift reopened now that immediate danger has passed, while Beau lightens the mood with his usual self-absorbed humor. Reid, burdened by shame and anger, observes the group's interactions but avoids addressing the growing tension, focusing instead on…
    • Troupe De Fortune: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid's unease about Lou's plan to seek refuge with Claud Deveraux's acting troupe. Despite his objections, Lou insists that Deveraux is their best chance for survival, as he had previously helped them and seems to harbor no ill will toward witches. Reid remains skeptical, noting that Deveraux's motives are unclear and that their safety hinges on trusting a stranger who knows Lou's secret. The group reluctantly prepares to leave, with Reid sensing an ominous presence in the forest—a…
    • Trial by Fire: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Reid and Lou, disguised to evade detection, prepare to infiltrate a convoy to escape their pursuers. Lou insists Reid target a poor farmer’s wagon, but he refuses to prey on the weak. She argues survival demands pragmatism, directing him to a different wagon while she targets a gilded carriage nearby. Reid is hesitant, overwhelmed by the risks, but Lou reassures him with a plan: pose as an injured traveler, gain entry, and use magic if necessary. Despite his moral reservations, Reid recognizes the…
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      Tomorrow: Lou

      Tomorrow: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou and her companions sheltering in a magical hollow within La Fôret des Yeux, protected from an approaching storm by Madame Labelle’s spells. The atmosphere is tense, with the group living off meager rations like pine nuts and wild onions. Lou attempts to bake bread from ground bark, showcasing her determination to add variety to their bleak diet. The setting reflects their precarious situation—hidden from enemies but constrained by their surroundings. Interactions among the…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In the dedication of "If These Wings Could Fly," the author pays tribute to significant figures in their life. The dedication begins with heartfelt words directed to the author's little brother, Jackson, characterizing him as a star that illuminates their universe, humorously noting his greater height. The mention of Kayleigh and Katharyn highlights the essence of companionship in confronting darkness, symbolized by their shared act of wielding flashlights together, portraying unity and bravery. There is…
    • The Woodwose: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid engulfed in thick smoke, disoriented yet determined to reach Lou, who is locked in a furious confrontation with her mother, Morgane. Amid the chaos of fleeing audience members and battling witches, Reid searches for the source of the fire but finds none. Instead, Claud Deveraux appears beside him, holding a shrinking ball of flames and exuding an earthy, wild presence. His eyes flicker with an ancient, green energy, hinting at his true nature, which Reid struggles to comprehend.…
    • The Wolves Descend: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Reid finds himself in a desperate flight through the swamp, pursued by werewolves. He recalls Gévaudan, a village he once visited with the Chasseurs, and plans to use its river to mask his scent. Despite the rising tide and dangerous currents, he sees the water as his only escape from Blaise and the loup garou. To evade their heightened senses, he covers himself in mud, hoping to disappear completely. The tension mounts as a distant howl signals the approaching threat, forcing Reid to quicken his pace…
    • The Wisest Course of Action: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a tense atmosphere as Lou questions how their enemy, Morgane, discovered their camp's location. The group debates whether Morgane could have flown there or if she had been secretly observing them all along. Madame Labelle insists her protective enchantments should have prevented this, but doubts linger. Reid, lost in thought by the fire, recalls Morgane's cryptic message about "green tears" and a "pall," sensing a deeper, more ominous plan at work. Lou concludes that they must leave…
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