Table of Contents - (spoilers) read part 97 Peep crawled along the east wall of Tully’s whorehouse, concealed in the bushes and long grass that had been allowed to grow right up to it. When she reached the north corner, she peeked around at the back yard. Tully was there at the small stable saddling … Continue reading The Children of Stron – part 98
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The Children of Stron – part 84
Table of Contents - (spoilers) read part 83 The ride to the outpost from the squad’s slaughter of the ambuscade was uneventful. With the bandits’ warhorn having been sounded, the farms they passed were all locked up tight. The trading post was just a small log cabin, which was shuttered. The military outpost was a … Continue reading The Children of Stron – part 84
The Children of Stron – part 83
Table of Contents - (spoilers) read part 82 Before mounting up in the church yard, the squad took a knee for Choke to lead them in a quick prayer. “So, Gabe, you alright?” Peep asked brightly. “Yes, Miss Otilla,” he answered, clearly lying. “Sorry about before. But I had to press ye, to make sure. … Continue reading The Children of Stron – part 83
The Children of Stron – part 74
Table of Contents - (spoilers) read part 73 The order of the watch for the squad’s first night at the church was, Knuckle, Choke, Pinch, and Peep. This was not random. Skillful bandits and professional soldiers all know that the best time for night raids and attacks is just before dawn, when people are at … Continue reading The Children of Stron – part 74
The Children of Stron – part 26
Table of Contents (spoilers) read part 1 read part 25 Goldy the bandit’s hideout was just as Peep had described. It was enclosed by a tall, spruce log fence that had the look of a palisade without being substantial enough to offer the proper protection of one. There was no defensive ditch with a raised … Continue reading The Children of Stron – part 26
Muse Vassal 