Celian

Within your catalogue of questions this is probably the only one we can answer immediately and with a resounding: no. Dust will ponder about this too next chapter- and basically show us the non-answers For all the rest: wait and see

The puzzling case didn't let me sleep; the prospect of seeing Kellen again didn't make it any better. As a result, I was in the office well before eight o'clock. I was just about to sit down and go through the prepared file again when there was a knock. With one hand already outstretched for said file, I looked up, startled. “Come in.” A man dressed in black entered with a flourish and then paused as if surprised; it took me a moment to recognize Kellen. Twelve years ago, I h

Seth does have a point when he says "without prejudice". And I mean, no one - not even Dante - could have know how first Dante reacted to the boy, that he suddenly became protective, and second, how Alice reacted to Dante. I don't think anyone expected them to act like fire and fuel. Good question. Does Blaise believe in the guilt of this man? Or was he afraid to lose everything if anyone realized it was his fault? Will we ever know? Oh, Frank would definitley show us his portion of the infamous Mitchell-temperament. But would Alice's love for her little brother be enough? Hard to tell. Depends probably even on how much Dante pissed her of for real, whether she can forgive him.

Dante was sitting in the kitchen with his head in his hands when the others came in. He looked up, seeing unsettled and worried faces. "You could have told me." Daniel- though already burdened enough with the kids- lowered his eyes guiltily, TJ mumbled something that sounded like 'I thought you'd been told' and Seth sighed. "I'm sorry, Dante. I should have... I... oh, damn, I don't have an excuse." He grimaced. "Except maybe that I wanted you to go into this without prejudice." "I

Not sure "incompetent" is the right word here but in general I agree.

The Cursebreaker · Dustin “Dust” Percival: The Cursebreaker · Anne Percival née Parker: Dust’s mom, deceased · Derek Percival: Dust’s dad · Quentin “Quen” “Tintin” Percival: Dust’s little brother, criminal · Carl Parker: Dust’s uncle · Fred Parker née Smith: Carl’s husband · Valeria Epps: medic, head of the Medical Incidents Department at Quincefield Hospital, Dust’s superior

When I had started working here at Quincefield Hospital nine years ago, I had wondered why a hospital needed an emergency ward deep in the heart of the hospital when it already had the ER and ICU - and whether other hospitals had them too. Now that the forty beds had been expanded to the sixty emergency beds and the ward below had been cleared and converted into a sixty-bed emergency ward as well, the initial question seemed naïve to me. Especially as, in addition to these one hundred and t

Age-altering magic which shouldn't even exist is giving Cursebreaker Dust a major headache. Special Inspector Kellen McAdams, who arrives as support, gives Dust a very different kind of ache. How is movie maker Durham connected to the case? Or are the pub owners hiding a dark secret?

Next to being inexperienced- we hear about that later on- it's also result of how Finley grew up. Always in the shadow- being the shadow! - of Bomb, being taught by the military to shut down feelings and not express them. And yes, of course, the intensity of normal feelings mixed with the dragon-feelings for the hoard... Emmett is a very joyful, energetic, happy, outgoing, playful etc character. Getting barely any reaction is nothing he's used to. He's like a puppy. First watching the newcomer carefully, but now that he's decided he likes him he excitetly brings out his favorites toys and wants to play^^ I think the unexpected news from his daughter really threw him off. She might be the result from an arranged marriage, but he still loves her and being since years far away from her and his grandchild must be hard. I mean, he was raised to believe in those arranged relationships, that the parents and elders choose best, and he actually got a good deal- he and his wife were at least friends before she died- but he's expiriencing love for the first time and in reference to Emmett he's falling somewhat back into father-mode, though subconciously. "Think about the coven, what will the others say, etc" Good thing I cut the chapter at this point, gives me the chance to clarify some stuff^^

Sequels have the tendency to get announced but never written. So, let's say I ever get to write part II of this, we actually meet Amaya. (And Bomb. For the drama, y'know) Seems like the witches know how to hold a grudge 😅 But you are right of course. I mean, for the coven passed quite some generations and the dragon could even be still alive and actually still hurt from the rejection - if that even is for real what happened.

A man's looks are mostly secondary for me, I'm attracted by charisma. Self-confidence without arrogance, inner strength, composure, intelligence. A breathtaking smile or a beautiful body are more of an accessory. Finley's charisma was definitely attractive; even more so when he relaxed and laughed and his eyes sparkled. You could call him chubby, but I thought his body reflected his inner self in a way. And the softer side of him, his gentlemanly manners, gave the whole matter a different d

Absolutely agree. Would be nice, huh? Though now I do wonder why Claire gets that much hate, I didn't expect that 😅

It will both get better and worse. If that makes sense. I mean, I did say further up Anduin is not destructive, but that goes for now... And from your reaction I take it you will lean back with a grim smile and say "you would deserve even worse" once Anduin's arc is told

Remy is not a snitch. Opposite to Dante, he prefers to keep his mouth shut- the consequences of that we will meet/see later on. Plain and simple: he doesn't. I do confirm Marc is jealous, but for the details of who/what/how you'll have to wait But I do like @Danners theories about Marc a lot. Next to Anduin needing competition for Remy's love, Remy could do with some healthy affection and the gentle reminder that two men can be together outside of forced shows as well.

Absolutely agree, that goes for both of them. I don't know... I'm not sure if Anduin is thinking really this big. "I love you, I protected you, and I expect to be loved back (in a proper way)" --> "proper" of cause going after his definition. Dominant, yes, totally, but it doesn't seem really destructive. That's sadly plain to see. I have to admit, as far as love for antagonists goes, I do love Anduin and [redacted name of Dante's story's antagonist] quite a lot.

Not sure it is that easy. Since Anduin is not stupid, we can agree he understood the concept of having a choice and saying no. In this case it might be that he simply chose the easy path instead of getting a punishment from Claire, who most likely disagrees with said concept. Growing up helpless and powerless and therefore searching for someone/thing he can have power over? Hmm. 🤔 Not a bad thought, but I guess that's a very subconcious thing, then, cause he does love Remy and the little punishments are normally for "rejecting" him or "not showing enough love". You can count on it 👍 Keep that in mind I like this version of Cinderella ❤️

Harlaney House seemed as if it were still in a deep sleep when Remy went down early that morning. He took a quick glance at the party room, which didn't look like anyone had made any effort to clean it up, and then went to the kitchen. He almost expected to find Cain there already, but instead it was Bella standing in front of the fridge, all looking like she was asleep standing up. "Bella?" he asked therefore very quietly, but a fine smile crept onto his lips. She winced and half-turn

As much as I would like to see that, at this point Remy seems far from being able to stand up against his big brother. But something has to happen, I do agree.

"Hey..." Remy sighed and turned around. "There's something called knocking, Anduin. What's up? We meet downstairs in a minute, remember?" Anduin slipped into the room, a strange smile on his face- Remy frowned and lowered the hairbrush. "What?" After last night's rather emotionally laden conversation, they hadn't exchanged many words so far today. "I thought I'd drop off something that might come in handy." He simultaneously pulled something out of the pockets of his dark blu

This is indeed the start of a series, the next part will have Dust as main character and will be about the problem mentioned in the phone call. Though we will see Violet und Upfield again (and others, of course), don't worry

“Are you going to use a more psychological strategy as a defense?” I asked Upfield as I finally, much later, escorted him through the building to the exit. “No,” he replied seriously. “If he doesn't ask for an expert opinion himself, I won't start down that path. In my opinion, people like him don't deserve to be coddled with psychological custody.” I gave him an approving nod; the opinion might seem harsh, but in my line of work you meet enough scum from whom humanity needs to be p

Admiral Matthew D. Horner hated meetings. The more so, the more important people attended. On the three large screens in front of him all their faces were visible, most of them in persona together with Emperor Valerian present in one of his meeting rooms, some others- like him- connected via terminals. When Senator Maric took the floor, he folded his hands in front of him on the table and leaned back. "Ladies and gentlemen, as you all know, many of our colonies are still in need of immen

Even far from old Earth it's Valentine's Day. Wanna be my Valentinerian?

❤️ You could see it as sort of payment. 13 years are a lot of time, especially to form the mind of a young character. In the past, the education contracts were used to create bonds of loyalty between families. Well, we haven't heard Frank's thoughts on the matter so far. Being silent in the kitchen is not a big statement. Seems like Tom's reputation is even darker than I imagined 😅 It definitely will. She can be stubborn, if she wants, and let's face it, she is Carolyn's daughter and there is indeed a nice punishment waiting for Dante. Thank you both! ❤️

Dante gave Henry a tour of the house, just as Mikey had done for him not long ago. As they stood outside Mistress Alice's door, however, Dante paused. In Denser's Port, sons were usually raised in their own families and then, as a finished result, proudly displayed and sold; he had no idea how Mistress Alice had meant it when she asked him to take care of Henry. Henry noticed his hesitation and turned pale again, after a healthy color had just returned to his face. "She doesn't like it