How Much?

In another world, there is so much magic, the people see no reason to advance their technology. Their history has been altered as well, resulting in a barely recognizable twentieth century. Wes, however, doesn’t know anything else. All he wants is to live a peaceful life with his small family -- his ward Mica and his friend Ollie. For his part, retired assassin Ollie never wants to leave Wes and Mica, but when Ilixo shows up, Ollie may not have a choice. Ilixo, his Chieftain, has a necromancer to find and Ollie is the perfect person to go hunting. Wes has to make a choice. He can accompany Ollie and help him capture the rogue necromancer, but then they will have to leave Mica unprotected at home. Mica is vulnerable, as she is on the verge of discovering her magic gift, and needs gentle guidance to help her through the process. Or Wes can stay home, and let Ollie face the danger alone. Torn between Mica and Ollie’s best interests, Wes makes his decision. Will Wes and Ollie survive and return home? Will Wes realize his love for his best friend reaches far deeper than loyalty and respect? Will Wes and Ollie maybe even find love?

Robin H. Pine · LGBT+

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55 Chs

Chapter 10

The sunshine is starting to disappear. Dark clouds are gathering but they can’t stop now. Soon, it will rain, maybe even storm, but they need to talk this through no matter what.

“He said something had happened around the time of your birth that falls under a superstition.” Ollie rolls his eyes, openly disgusted with the possibility. “Your—He said that your parents abandoned you.” He looks at Mica, catching her eyes with his magic. Wes knows it’s powerful but he also knows that it’s going to be honest. Ollie won’t lie to Mica, not on this subject. “You’re our perfect daughter. Our Tiny Dragon. There’s nothing wrong with you. Either the man was lying or your parents were fools.”

Mica nods. She tries to keep her chin up, but her eyes are open wide. Her breathing is quickening.

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