The vapor creeping underneath the door appeared to be sentient. It suddenly expanded and began rolling through the room towards them. Jagathy, Marko, Andrea and Janet succeeded in waking four warriors and getting them to their feet, before it rolled… Read More ›
The Doorkeepers (Supernatural)
Chapter 43: Temptation
Ethan smiled invitingly at Andrea. She took another step back. Perhaps it was a trick of the dim light, but something unpleasant appeared to be lurking behind his expression. It was less a smile than baring his teeth. Andrea realized… Read More ›
Chapter 42: Cornered and Outnumbered
Opening the hatch in the floor unfurled a ladder. They clambered down and the warriors hurriedly led them down a dark, narrow hallway below ground. The bleached stone walls reminded Janet of a medieval dungeon. She felt the chill in… Read More ›
Chapter 41: A Traitor is Unmasked.
The trio was allowed to sleep until late the next day. They showered, changed, and emerged from their rooms to find a Doorkeeper attendant waiting outside their rooms. She escorted them to the chapel, ignoring their questions about why they… Read More ›
Chapter 40: Change of Plans
“What do we do,” asked Janet. “I know what I would do, but that’s not feasible with you two. We’d better get going. If we keep moving, then there’s less of a chance that the others will catch up with… Read More ›
Chapter 39: Bounty Hunters
Marko’s essence flowed back into to his body, concealed on the roof a nearby building. Projecting his spirit into the gypsy encampment with enough solid looking detail to convince them that he had actually walked into their midst had required… Read More ›
Chapter 38: The Witching Hour
Marko noticed some of Janet’s blood on his shirt and crossed to the bathroom to it wash out. He stoppered the sink’s drain and turned on the faucets. Over the sound of running water, he heard Janet talking. “Oh look… Read More ›
Chapter 37: Fatal Palm Reading
Andrea stared blankly at Marko, stifling a yawn. Seeing the fear in his eyes brought her fully awake with a jolt. A second scream reverberated inside his head, drowning out Andrea’s words. His left hand suddenly felt as though it… Read More ›
Chapter 36: Mirror Magic
Dorian moved Ethan onto his back, forcing himself not to look at the blood trailing from his injured head. His friend didn’t look good. Ethan was ghostly pale and didn’t appear to be breathing. Dorian nervously checked Ethan’s neck for… Read More ›
Chapter 35: Family Drama
Andrea found the nearest hotel and they checked into a room with two beds. It was Marko’s idea that they should stay together for protection. Andrea eyed him doubtfully. The strain of his health scare had taken a lot out… Read More ›