Thirteen Tales From Another World: Sixth Tale
Surely people would see through such an obvious ruse! except... cris was standing in front of a real superhero right now, and he had no reason to doubt he had managed to keep his secret identity. "i see a demonstration is in order."
A Warrior's Heart, Chapter 18
It was the perfect place for the ruse strong soul had planned, as no one would be listening for the distress signal that the ferret was now sending out.
Curiouser...
"a ruse," the spitz explained, when he was comfortable with their odds of escape. "a ruse," bradley echoed. "she transmitted some kind of administrative password to me. obviously, a later addition to the ulver program.
Ferret's Five - Beginning of the End
Obviously this is some sort of ruse, but i still have proof that they were in my vault!"
Daemon - Chapter 21 (The Ritual)
Very well then, i would play along with the ruse. "you're a skilled fighter." i said. "my aunt was more than willing to allow you to come along." "that is quite the compliment coming from someone such as yourself." he smiled.
The Case of the Killer Queen (Part 1)
She would have plenty of time to practice her ruse prior to each one's visit. i would think that would take no small skill, but for the accomplished thespian, it could prove entertaining."
Battle Master, Ch 2
A thousand thoughts ran through baedyn's mind, not the least of which being that such news endangered his ruse. a half-second later a more pressing thought came to mind: was his brother still using his given name? if so, was talvin in pross?
Zistopia: Inner City Blues Chapter 12
Relieved that he doesn't immediately perceive my ruse, i jibe him back, saying that he looks like he crashed his time machine and can't get back to 1963.
Passing the Flame - a Wolfie Steel short story
The ruse worked, even though she was probably wearing more layers of clothing than the cop.
The Governor and Her Shadow Chapter Nine
Shark's theatrical ruse reached its comedic conclusion. "oops, i forgot, i'm not pregnant." he declared, reverting to his original state, leaving the gathered crowd in a state of bewildered amusement.
For Your Paws Only - Chapter 1
He had fallen for the 'safe way to sneak out of the academy' ruse, but most of the more daring students did, and he did, however, manage to resist the 'honey trap' at the tavern down the road and sneak back in without being caught.
Counter Earth Chronicles Fallen Empire Chapter 56: Caught In A Web Of My Own Intentions (Conclusion)
._** i was then rewarded for my participation in the ruse.... it was a beautiful sunny morning at the palace of the pudús. the weather was quite pleasant; the temperature was a calm 72 degrees.