Category: Raven Willoughby
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Raven Willoughby – Origins ~ A Fantasy by Dellani Oakes – Part 17
The Governor plotted and schemed, thinking of some way he could rid himself of this nuisance. Everything had been fine until Willoughby showed up. Making a mess of things, strutting around like a peacock in full tail. There had to be a way to win, for he always came out on top. If he had […]
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Raven Willoughby – Origins ~ A Fantasy by Dellani Oakes – Part 16
“I said, make them w—” It was amazing, and rather alarming, how fast the Governor turned bright red, then purple, and finally white in the face. Gurgling slightly, he tried to sit, but there was something on his chair. This turned out to be his wig. His own hair, sparse and pale yellow, was scattered […]
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Raven Willoughby – Origins ~ A Fantasy by Dellani Oakes – Part 15
“I imagine not. What happened to my ship? Was it cut loose? Sold?” “Impounded by the Governor. It’s in dry dock.” “Come with me.” “Where to?” “The Governor’s house.” “Can’t see him without an appointment. And it’s right hard to get.” “I’m not worried.” “As you wish.” He slipped on his coat, smoothed his hair, […]
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Raven Willoughby – Origins ~ A Fantasy by Dellani Oakes – Part 14
Holding his breath, Mr. Smith lowered the first dagger into the melted silver, dipping to the hilt. Once it was fully coated, he set it on the rack to cool. Marveling at the appearance, he exhaled slowly. “A superior coating,” Raven said, after examining it. Silver repeated the process with all six knives. The daggers […]
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Raven Willoughby – Origins ~ A Fantasy by Dellani Oakes – Part 13
“I’ll know if you don’t leave. I have your scent.” Impulsively, he took a step toward her. “What is your name?” “So you can report me?” “So I can savor it in my dreams.” “Zulimara.” And like the shadow she resembled, she was gone. Left with her taste and scent, Raven gathered his scattered belongings, […]
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Raven Willoughby – Origins ~ A Fantasy by Dellani Oakes – Part 12
“Your laundry?” Raven handed it to her, bundled in a bag he’d found in the bath house. “My thanks, Samantha.” “When you’re ready, I can show you to your room.” “Thank you.” He finished dressing with Samantha watching his every move. She led him to a cozy room, the bed comfortable. The only thing missing […]
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Raven Willoughby – Origins ~ A Fantasy by Dellani Oakes – Part 11
“A guest needs your help, Myra my lass.” “Of course, my love.” Her voice sang of the Irish hills. “What would you be needing, sir?” Raven told her. She sized him up with a professional eye, and went to a set of shelves, which sported labeled crates. “These should do.” She handed him a shirt […]
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Raven Willoughby – Origins ~ A Fantasy by Dellani Oakes – Part 10
A noise woke him, and he felt a presence around him. Opening his eyes, he raised his head, sniffing, catching animal scent. It was strong, from all directions. His heightened senses told him wolf. Fully awake and alert, he moved slowly, so as not to startle the creatures. Six of them, both male and female, […]
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