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The Voyage of the Visund -62-

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The two fugitives have to be smuggled out of Wadek and the Norse have unusual ideas how to handle this. Once the two vessels depart the crews settle down to the next leg of their voyage, learning more about each other as they do so.

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The Voyage of the Visund

A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

62 - Blood and Subterfuge

Snow Angel: Chapter 7

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Chapter 7: Storm Wing

Snow's whole life changes when the winter solstice arrives.

 

Okay, I had had about enough of this. I got out of my bed and stomped toward hers, ready to pull her out of it if need be. “What is your problem with me?! I haven’t done anything to you!”

The Voyage of the Visund -61-

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After lunch Ursula finishes recounting to the Old Führer what had happened on Earth since he departed. A possible way of extracting the young healer is arranged and an awkward ride back into Wadek follows. Then confusion reigns as the Commissioner asks some unexpected questions.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

61 - Unexpected Arrangements

Snow Angel: Chapter 6

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Chapter 6: Awkward

Snow's whole life changes when the winter solstice arrives.

 

“She what?!” I snarled, shattering the clay mug in my hand.

The Voyage of the Visund -60-

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Ursula and Tyra are passengers in a wagon escorted by reluctant rebels. With them is the Commissioner, who discovers that his loyalties may be displaced. When they reach the farmstead, the presence of dranakhs ensures their visit to the Old Führer goes smoothly.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

60 - Voice from the Past

Dress Codes

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“Terry get up. Terry get up!! You’ll be late for school.”

“Ok dad. Where are my clean panties?”

“There should be some in the drawer, if not can’t you wear boxers for a change?”

“I could, but I prefer panties.”

Snow Angel: Chapter 5

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Chapter 5: Rebirth

Snow's whole life changes when the winter solstice arrives.

 

“Okay, the strength and durability will make her more survivable, but why the nose? Other than it being adorable?” Autumn asked.

I Wish Book 5: Chapter 10

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Shannon O'Reilly was bullied and everything his older sister wasn't. When his sister Sarah gives him a chance to change things through a single wish things don't go as planned.

 
 

I Wish: Book 5
Chapter 10
Catching Up

By
Amethyst
“Okay, just sayin’, but the two of you getting along is kinda freaking me out. And this is coming from the person who was trying to make it happen in the fucking first place,” Michelle griped.

Apocalypse Dawn: The New World - Chapter 11

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Chapter 11: Uninvited

The game is over, and reality will never be the same again.

 

“What?! But who could do that?!” I thought back in a panic.

I Wish Book 5: Chapter 9

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Shannon O'Reilly was bullied and everything his older sister wasn't. When his sister Sarah gives him a chance to change things through a single wish things don't go as planned.

 
 

I Wish: Book 5
Chapter 9
Stuck

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Amethyst
“Wh… why don’t you hate me? The way I’ve treated you… I’ve given you every reason…” She trailed off again, her eyes teary and confused as she looked into my own.

The Voyage of the Visund -59-

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Ursula goes to the market the following day and encounters several dranakhs on the way back. A restless nap leads her to reconsider the dangerous decision she has made. A personal talk with Eriana adjusts their plans. The following day, unexpected allies are revealed.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

59 - Second Thoughts

Apocalypse Dawn: The New World - Chapter 10

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Chapter 10: Justice

The game is over, and reality will never be the same again.

 

“I’ll take that as a yes,” I replied coldly, not allowing him to anger me further.

Snow Angel: Chapter 4

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Chapter 4: Eden

Snow's whole life changes when the winter solstice arrives.

 

“Wh… what are you?” Autumn asked in awe. I wasn’t surprised that she had picked up on it, Fay senses are nearly as keen as those of Animen, especially their hearing.

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Chapter 3: Recruits

Snow's whole life changes when the winter solstice arrives.

 

Something felt off to me so I asked, “Umm… if Humans hate us so much then why are so many of us becoming Angels?”

The Voyage of the Visund -58-

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The two vessels reach Wadek and immediately there are misunderstandings. Fortunately a senior officer of the occupying forces smoothes over the problems. The women are put up in a vacated mansion and make themselves at home before Ursula goes to the market and makes contact with the next link to finding the Old Leader.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

58 - Those of Pakmal

The Voyage of the Visund -57-

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A single word overheard has led Ursula to believe that another transferee arrived in Yod many years ago, possibly leading to the creation of the Ascendancy. But any new leads must be followed cautiously, since those who still support the defeated Ascendancy trust no-one. A curious deal is struck.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

57 - The Search

A Year And A Day - Chapter 2: Desperate Measures

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A Year And A Day
Book 1 - Consequences
A Harry Potter Fanfiction Story
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Be Careful What You Wish For...

It's one of the oldest lessons a witch or wizard can learn when it came to their wondrous magickal world. Few ever put much thought of, least of actually think it meant something. Bellatrix Black was raised by an abusive father and a mother who saw her only as a legacy. In a House long having lost its soul it was the young Heir's job to protect her sisters and do whatever she was told.

That all ended when she found the Dark Lord and became his right hand. For once she had power and everything she ever wanted. Fourteen years in Azkaban was the least of her worries when her Lord promised the world to her. That like every wish she had turned to ash when the Dark Lord was killed at the Battle Hogwarts.

What if Bella survived the Battle and with her young daughter in tow made one last wish? A wish to save her life, and her daughters most of all. But also a wish to finally have a life where she was truly happy.

The Voyage of the Visund -56-

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Ursula and Tyra are in a fix and it is not certain when or how any rescue might be mounted. Down at the port, certain strange goings-on finally cause suspicions to be raised, but how are the Norse to find their companions? And what is the significance of that odd word which Ursula had overheard?

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

56 - Taken

The Voyage of the Visund -55-

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What just happened? Ursula is among many who struggle to understand the events of earlier that day. At a safe fishing port the combined crews gather to try and make sense of the pirate attack. In the following days the sail is repaired and Ursula finds some of her needed herbs. Then everything changes again...

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

55 - Debriefings

Snow Angel: Chapter 2

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Chapter 2: Light-bearer

Snow's whole life changes when the winter solstice arrives.

 

I nodded and smiled. “Good, now you should all try to get some sleep and I should get back to tending the light. But first, how about I sing you all one of the ever-night songs?”

Snow Angel: Chapter 1

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Chapter 1: Ever-night

Snow's whole life changes when the winter solstice arrives.

 

No! As much as I hated my body, I refused to go down like that, just giving up and letting death walk right up and take my hand.

A Year And A Day - Chapter 1: Rules From Mother

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A Year And A Day
Book 1 - Consequences
A Harry Potter Fanfiction Story
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Be Careful What You Wish For...

It's one of the oldest lessons a witch or wizard can learn when it came to their wondrous magickal world. Few ever put much thought of, least of actually think it meant something. Bellatrix Black was raised by an abusive father and a mother who saw her only as a legacy. In a House long having lost its soul it was the young Heir's job to protect her sisters and do whatever she was told.

That all ended when she found the Dark Lord and became his right hand. For once she had power and everything she ever wanted. Fourteen years in Azkaban was the least of her worries when her Lord promised the world to her. That like every wish she had turned to ash when the Dark Lord was killed at the Battle Hogwarts.

What if Bella survived the Battle and with her young daughter in tow made one last wish? A wish to save her life, and her daughters most of all. But also a wish to finally have a life where she was truly happy.

The Voyage of the Visund -54-

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While the travelers wait for alterations to be made to the Green Ptuvil, Ursula pays a visit to the Woman in the Woods. Once everything is complete the two vessels set sail, heading for the Sirrel. However an implacable foe awaits them, and to save one craft the other must put itself in danger!

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The Voyage of the Visund

A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

54 - The Chase

The Voyage of the Visund -53-

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The combined party of women examine the barges to find out what the Yodan troops left behind. A welcome discovery is that of clothing, which solves an immediate problem for those who were rescued. Then Nethra retrieves a document and matters begin to spiral out of control for several of the party.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

53 - The Green Ptuvil

Scald-Crow 2: Chapter 7 - Sweat It Out

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Scald-Crow 2:
Under Pressure!
A Whateley Academy Tale
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When Grainne made a deal to bond her soul to the dying Faerie Spirit, Morgan, she never thought her life would be turned upside down. Now possessing a body she's always desired the girl was nearly driven from her home to learn about her growing powers. Chased by a headless witch and even darker powers. Grainne must attend the eponymous Whateley Academy where new challenges await her.

The Voyage of the Visund -52-

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The Norse have defeated an ambush and mounted an expedition to deal with the remaining renegades, capturing the farmstead and those within. However, the outlaws at the other farmstead are concerned and mount their own expedition - against the village of Bakhrad.

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The Voyage of the Visund

A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

52 - Day of Reckoning

The Voyage of the Visund -51-

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The Visund has found a small village in a creek and freed the locals from those of the Ascendancy. Now Eriana leads her men on a mission to find and destroy the rebel force. What she finds shocks her and makes her reconsider her recent actions.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

51 - Night Operations

Debriefings 25

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Debriefings
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Along life’s journey we each encounter those events where all that we know, all that we do, and all that we are may change. But even as we approach such events, we don’t always notice their markers until we look behind us and see them for what they were.

One boy is about to learn that he has already passed such an event, and nothing will ever be quite the same…

The Voyage of the Visund -50-

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The Visund has berthed at a remote Yodan village in a side creek. Unfortunately, troops of the Ascendancy are in charge and threaten the Norse with firearms, with the potential to kill most of the men with a single volley.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

50 - The Battle of Bakhrad

The Voyage of the Visund -49-

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The Visund continues along its journey to their next port of call. Hashim proves his worth by reading the currents and shallows of the great river as they head into unknown waters. Because Ursula is still looking for herbs, a side trip is called for. Unfortunately, danger lurks!

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

49 - Sandbars and Creeks

Educating Special Boys in the Feminist Republic: Chapter 10 - Scout Camp

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Kaylie's computer hack is discovered and we learn the consequences. After the science intensive Kaylie is ready to join Hillary at Girl Scout camp.

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Pamela, Patricia, and Kaylie stood nervously as their automatic fire-control software continued to aim and hit the elusive digital target. Finally the computer security cadre told them they could shut down their program.

The Voyage of the Visund -48-

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There is an unexpected visitor the next morning, a woman intent on dealing death. But things are not as they seem and spiral rapidly out of control. Eriana makes a quick decision.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

48 - A Pointed Interruption

The Voyage of the Visund -47-

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After an unexpected feast the women gather in their chamber, where Ursula tries to explain her origins to Kaldara. Later she wonders about the day's events.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

47 - Secrets Told

I Wish Book 5: Chapter 8

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Shannon O'Reilly was bullied and everything his older sister wasn't. When his sister Sarah gives him a chance to change things through a single wish things don't go as planned.

 
 

I Wish: Book 5
Chapter 8
Prime Directive

By
Amethyst
Rebecca rolled her eyes and groaned before asking in a tone heavily laden with sarcasm, “And how do we know that, Professor?”

Apocalypse Dawn: The New World - Chapter 9

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Chapter 9: Family Ties

The game is over, and reality will never be the same again.

 

I wasn’t the only one to turn and give my Guardian a long look. “That… was oddly specific, Liss.” Kinara pointed out.

Apocalypse Dawn: The New World - Chapter 8

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Chapter 8: Seeds of Doubt

The game is over, and reality will never be the same again.

 

“How… can you say she’s your daughter, you’re not even the same species?” she asked after a moment of stunned silence.

The Voyage of the Visund -46-

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The crew disperses about the city of Yod for various purposes. Ursula's needs take her to the main market, where she receives unexpected advice, a warning - and a rebuff.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

46 - Heart of Yod

Not a big deal

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"She's got a dick!" Robin shouted.

"So do half the other girls on the cheer squad. And a quarter of the guys on the football team *don't*. What's the big deal?"

Robin suddenly felt that they weren't in Kansas anymore...

Apocalypse Dawn: The New World - Chapter 7

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Chapter 7: Duel

The game is over, and reality will never be the same again.

 

“You are bleeding and broken, you cannot hope to stand against a true goddess. I will finish you now and once I have taken your essence I will lay waste to this world and bathe it in chaos,” she said as she approached and her mouth glowed with the flames that were to come.

Apocalypse Dawn: The New World - Chapter 6

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Chapter 6: Dungeons and Dragons

The game is over, and reality will never be the same again.

 

“I imagine they think that they’re trying to kill us,” I offered graciously as we all hid behind the cover Lissany was providing.

Apocalypse Dawn: The New World - Chapter 5

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Chapter 5: H3lls-Pwned

The game is over, and reality will never be the same again.

 

“Can I at least maim them?” my sister asked hopefully, her crimson eyes locked on the four douchebags in the corner.

Educating Special Boys in the Feminist Republic: Chapter 8 - Science Intensive

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Kaylie starts experiencing a wider range of relationships and earns more about how the Feminists used technology to defeat the patriarchy.. At the summer science intensive Kaylie meets another Special Boy who experienced a different transition path.

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