The Academy - The First Day
"We have work to do!" I pondered these last words. They didn't seem to fit with the mood of the rest of the...
The Academy - Acceptance
Sunday, the day of the ceremony, had dawned. I called Joe to see if he wanted to meet, but he said he was going to prepare. For him, I guessed this meant playing video games all day,...
The Academy - The Dream
This is the introductory chapter to my new series entitled The Academy. Before I get started, I'd like to give a shout out to the two guys who were my biggest supporters through Rocky Mountain Times. foxmoulder992 and eveser, both...
Rocky Mountain Times (Chapter 8)
Jen sat on the railing, watching the mountains come to life as the sun climbed into the sky above Ridge. It had been little under four weeks since she had stood on top of Baldy...
Rocky Mountain Times (Chapter 7)
A week later, Jen stood in the middle of a small group of friends and local acquaintances. She, like all the others, was holding a glass of wine, enjoying food, and talking...
Rocky Mountain Times (Chapter 6)
Jen woke the next morning and began her workout regime. She pulled on a pair of leggings and a tight tank top. She knocked out a few reps of jumping jacks to warm up before...
Rocky Mountain Times (Chapter 5)
Jen set up the centrifuge for the initial casting of the pendant she had been working on. As she worked she continued to think about Ryan. From her short talks with him, he...
Rocky Mountain Times (Chapter 4)
Jen woke up the next morning to sun streaming in thought the window, and the smell of fresh baked pastries. She rolled over and stretched her long limbs. She sniffed the...
Rocky Mountain Times (Chapter 3)
Jen blushed. "Don't be ashamed," Sam smiled, "I'm not. Look at it this way, you just found yourself the world's greatest wingman, or woman, if you prefer." Jen started to laugh. "There you go!" Sam said, laughing too, "Now, I'll bet you lunch...
Rocky Mountain Times (Chapter 2)
Jen met Sam in the dining room where they shared a delicious dinner. She guessed anything was good after nothing but fast food for the past three days. They talked long into...
Rocky Mountain Times (Chapter 1)
Jen Stepped off the bus in Ridge Colorado. She took a deep breath of the mountain air, relishing the smell of snow. It had been too long since. "Excuse me miss, you're in the...
The Academy - Assault
The next morning brought overcast skies, and a light misting of rain. I explained my plan to the other squad members. They asked questions, and made suggestions, but soon, they agreed. I...