Recovery [Chapter 3/3] by FightTheThorn, literature
Literature
Recovery [Chapter 3/3]
I groaned as I hit the leather seats in the limo. “That’s the last time I try anything other than a fire spell to take down evil demon spawn.”
The driver’s eyes widened in the rearview mirror.
I couldn’t tell if it was because of what I said or because my tuxedo was ripped to shreds, literally. My pants hung like streamers around my legs, and my whole midriff and chest lacked any clothing whatsoever. Not to mention I had a few cuts on my face and body from where she slashed at me.
Michael popped in a second later, looking something similar. He closed the door, saw the driver’s bewildered expression and n
Recovery [Chapter 1/3] by FightTheThorn, literature
Literature
Recovery [Chapter 1/3]
“You want to come to my charity ball at the Fairmont Chicago - Millennium Park? Undercover for one of your missions, Dresden?” Marcone paused, thinking about the request. He intertwined his fingers, staring at me with an unreadable look in his eye.
The mere idea of asking Marcone for anything left a bad taste in my mouth. It seemed like I’d need another way in judging how this conversation was going, Marcone seemed too reluctant. After all, every event I’d ever attended ended with… a minor fire. In my defense, many of the monsters needing to be smited… smote?... whatever, attended them too.
I petitioned a
Recovery [Chapter 2/3] by FightTheThorn, literature
Literature
Recovery [Chapter 2/3]
I stared at my reflection in the mirror, surprised at what I saw. Marcone, true to his word, sent me a tuxedo that fit me perfectly. It must’ve been difficult finding a tux for a 6’9” lanky man in such a short time, even more impressive if he had it made from scratch. I pictured a sweat shop with tailors chained in a basement making Marcone suits on command. Either way, it didn’t look bad on me. I scratched the scruff on my chin and wondered if I should shave before Michael came. Somehow, I felt the urge attack more relentlessly at the thought of Michael.
I went to the bathroom and shaved, managing to not nick myself