The Storm Wolf: Gathering Clouds - chapter 3 Hermit - 3.2
Using the navigation program sent by Explorer senpai, I managed to locate one of the laboratories under the Alchemical Faction. Factions that are highly protective of secrecy and exclusive knowledge often do this, so within the Academy’s...
The Storm Wolf: Gathering Clouds - chapter 7 Lovers - 7.19
The air was thick with the distracting smell of sweat. Otherwise, I might have spared a few more glances at the canine lifting dumbbells in the corner or the one training on the pec deck machine. The sound of two bells chiming caught my...
The Storm Wolf: Gathering Clouds - chapter 7 Lovers - 7.18
"That's about it," I said, dodging claws that nearly nicked my ear. Then I spun around and cleaved the core and its casing of the opponent with a single backhanded strike. "We’ve set a time to sit down and talk—just the three of us." With a...
Central City Trilogy: Wishes - chapter 2 What’s Gone - 2.3
"Nice shot!" My opponent, who barely managed to intercept Ayaan’s crosscourt shot from the back, made an error while attempting to flick the ball deep into a defensive position near the net. I seized the opportunity and smashed the ball with a nearly...
The Storm Wolf: Gathering Clouds - chapter 7 Lovers - 7.14
The plants in greenhouse displayed a variety of vivid and peculiar structures, exuding a complex blend of scents that filled the air. Together, these elements created an atmosphere brimming with vitality. “Do you think it’s possible to get...
The Storm Wolf: Gathering Clouds - chapter 5 Strength - 5.1
Strength: courage, confidence, compassion, and, quite literally—strength. In the dim, narrow hallway, I stepped lightly, setting my boot heel down first before each step, prioritizing silence above all. There was no...
Pale Blue Dot - volume 5 - The Pale Blue Dot 5.2
The red warning lights went off, and the others began unbuckling their seatbelts, while I still hadn’t recovered from the intense forces experienced during the ship's cosmic velocity, leaving me frozen in my seat. "First time?" A large yellow...
Pale Blue Dot - volume 4 - The eyes 4.3
"Huh, what?" I wasn’t sure if I heard him wrong or if this was some kind of clumsy pickup line, so I wanted to confirm. "Your eyes," he repeated, his tone detached. "I want to see your eyes." This request was really strange. But...
Pale Blue Dot - volume 4 - The eyes 4.2
“I guess that's it, then.” I placed the dust collector back in its spot, tied off the last bag of trash, and tossed it into the wall's waste disposal chute. The room hadn't really changed much, considering neither of us were the type to keep...
Pale Blue Dot - volume 5 - The Pale Blue Dot 5.4
In the transport pod heading directly to the bridge, the Admiral stood with his hands clasped behind his back, his expression unreadable as he stared at the briefing information displayed on the wall, while sipping his first cup of coffee for the...
The Storm Wolf: Tranquil waters - chapter 9 - Academy 9.1
Academy: Knowledge is Power. “...Well, that’s not something you see every day.” A deep, resonant voice stirred me awake. I opened my eyes and found myself lying face down on some kind of white flooring. My mind quickly...
Pale Blue Dot - volume 2 - Fly 2.2
A brilliant streak of silver light cut through the void, vanishing in an instant. "Command Center calling Fearless Challenger," Serene's voice sounded again, and I blinked my nictitating membrane, bringing my thoughts back. "Fearless...