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 14

“No, that was awful,” Ollie says. “Why would you consider that good? How bad was I before?” He turns quizzical eyes toward Wes. “What kind of speeches have you had?!”

Wanikiy, you have a different purpose in this life. Go and always remember us. We’ll always keep an eye on you. Search for us in happy sunlight and the peaceful shade; in the playful wind and the stillness of the desert. We’ll be there. I love you, my son. Now, go.

“I like yours better,” Wes says.

Ollie looks at him with narrowed eyes, probably sensing something off. “Thank you.” But he doesn’t ask any more questions because Mica and Randy are getting closer and parenting is a hard habit to break.

“Can we get rooms?” Randy asks tiredly. “Please.”

“Before anything else happens,” Mica mumbles.

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