The Storm Wolf: Tranquil waters - chapter 10 - Cirrus clouds 10.4
"Have you ever wondered why psychics exist?" Master Sunflare asked, sitting in a position I could only describe as 'enthroned' from across his desk. "Power." The word left the dragon's mouth, followed by a trail of white smoke, and I was sure his...
Pale Blue Dot - Appendix
I'm delighted that the prequel short story has been successfully completed—what a fantastic journey it's been! I'd like to share some fun facts about the writing process. Hopefully, this will give you a deeper understanding of each character's design...
The Storm Wolf: Tranquil waters - chapter 10 - Cirrus clouds 10.3
I followed the path displayed on the terminal screen, choosing the correct corridor. Why doesn't the Senate have apps like this? Is it because every other wolf has perfect navigation skills except for me? I sighed, trying to shake off...
Pale Blue Dot - volume 6 - Curtain Up 6.6 - FIN
Narration Some call this place “Tel'aran'rhiod," or simply—“Dream." I can sense the presence of the other six, each employing different methods to continue their lurking behind the curtain, pulling the strings. Yet they remain arrogantly convinced...
Pale Blue Dot - volume 6 - Curtain Up 6.5
Luther the mutt The long hallway stretched before me, the emperors of the past gazing down with mournful eyes, while the yellow-white lights flickered above. I really didn't get it—why use electric lights to mimic the unsteady glow of...
Pale Blue Dot - volume 6 - Curtain Up 6.1-6.4
Tohru the Muntjac Through a slight haze, I opened my eyes, still a bit unaccustomed to the morning light. The spectrum of this white glow was different, not quite the same as the one on Ares. The delicate touch of fur against my...
The Storm Wolf: Tranquil waters - chapter 5 - Roses and Violets 5.3
“I must say, I’m flattered.” Aether showed me his terminal screen, where my invitation had filled the entire display with densely packed text. Grabbing my ear, I felt the blood rush to my face and averted my gaze slightly. “Also, you...
The Storm Wolf: Tranquil waters - chapter 5 - Roses and Violets 5.2
I wandered aimlessly, pacing back and forth in a deserted corridor. The marble statues on either side struck various incomprehensible poses, their expressions resembling someone who had been constipated for seven days. “...‘Sincerely’? Really?...
The Storm Wolf: Tranquil waters - chapter 5 - Roses and Violets 5.1
Roses and Violets: Blood is red, the sky is purple. "Did you exchange contact information?" Qana spread butter on his pancakes, then drizzled honey on top. "Yeah." I tossed a handful of blueberries into my mouth, mumbling through the fruit, feeling...
The Storm Wolf: Tranquil waters - chapter 4 - Lyre and Sand 4.1
Lyre and Sand: "'Build the empire with wheat, not sand.' It's said that I dance amidst the flames, playing the lyre and singing." After meeting with Qana yesterday, we practiced with longswords until late into the night, which might have exhausted me...
The Storm Wolf: Tranquil waters - Harmony
Harmony: Life always finds unexpected harmony in unexpected places. The asteroid belt was not suitable for operations of a super-large vessel like the Empire’s Heart, but I didn't want the carrier fleet to stray too far from their mothership, so I...
The Storm Wolf: Tranquil waters - chapter 3 - Bread and Circuses 3.5
At the other end of the corridor, Qana and Willow walked side by side, a white and a brown dire wolf chatting about something. Qana's usual dark cloak moved slightly with his steps, occasionally revealing the metallic hilt of his sword, reflecting...