“Are you girls ready to set off?” Hallie asked. The three painted faces looked up to her in anticipation. “Definitely!” Millicent nodded eagerly. “It already puts us at a disadvantage that the other two groups left already!” “It’s not a race, Millie,” Sigrid reminded her friend gently. “No… but that doesn’t mean we can’t win... Continue Reading →
“Well, I hope this is as good as you imagined,” Vito let out a deep sigh, examining his costume. “It’s perfect!” Aslan giggled. “Uncle Vito?” Hope emerged from her house, momentarily forgetting all about her own epic outfit. “Happy Spooky Day! You’re a hot dog!” The girl tried not to laugh. “It’s… very good!” “Aslan... Continue Reading →
Autumn crept up on the residents of Newcrest. It seemed that one day, the kids were still playing on slipping slides and splashing about in pools, and the next the place was wrapped in reds and oranges. Sera loved the way her retreat looked this season. Or maybe it was just pride about it being... Continue Reading →
Donnell shifted along the seat uncomfortably. Big groups made him nervous. It reminded him of that unfortunate time when… Donnie peed his paants! He pushed back the memory. This was a new start for him anyway. A new start for all of them. Except that the other kids seemed so much better at meeting everyone... Continue Reading →
Vito admired the view of the commercial district of Newcrest for a moment. The golden sunset glow made this evening on the rooftop terrace particularly pleasant. Perfect, he thought. Seems everything was working in his favour. “You taking a photo of the scenery in your head?” Louis chuckled as he came over with can of... Continue Reading →
Hope wigged her feet to the rhythm. As usual, her aunt Hallie’s house was filled with music. “Are scrambled eggs ok?” Hallie asked. “Sure thing,” the girl nodded. “Eggs are delicious. Besides, anything’s going to be tastier than uncle Vito’s protein shakes and salads…” Hallie laughed. “Uncle Vito sure knows how to feed a kid.... Continue Reading →
“Eww, I don’t want girl cooties in my room,” Aslan wrinkled his nose at the sight of Hope. “Too bad, I’m staying here tonight whether you like it or not!” The girl retorted. “Besides, why worry about cooties, you already have voidcritters here!” “Voidcritters are no cooties!” “They’re both critters of some sort,” Hope shrugged.... Continue Reading →
Carly and Ralph may have felt guilty about leaving hope in Newcrest when they jetted off for their honeymoon, but their worries were unfounded. The girl was getting spoilt rotten. With not one, but two doting grandparents eager to cater to her every need, she was having the time of her life. “Would you like... Continue Reading →
Author's note: The archelogical dig site where Carly and Ralph went on their honeymoon was built by the amazing Great Simphony. And as a bit of an encore... In case you're still not utterly nauseous from the sweetness overload, I've finally found the perfect Ralottie song (Ignore the crappy video. Maybe have another go through... Continue Reading →
Hope was on the captain’s deck, commanding her space pirate crew. It was a narrow escape from the planet of Blimphlus, but they were leaving with a huge treasure and with only a handful of monsters chasing after them. They might just make it… A tentacle landed on the control panel with a loud bang!... Continue Reading →
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