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Meep! Hi! It's me. You may remember me from The Fey of Life. I've been working on another story, and now I've finally polished the first chapter and the general storyline and ideas and the page enough so that I can put a link to it here. This doesn't mean that I'm giving up on The Fey of Life. In fact, I'm already working on the next chapter of that story as well. This is something that lets me occasionally do something different-ish and to help my own mind by purging this idea into story form.
Anyway, without further stalling, here's what this is about:
Amelia Sprigg decides to become a landlady to solve her money problems and to hopefully make new friends. It’s a simple plan, really, but nothing is simple when she unwittingly accepts a rather eccentric young man named Tad Dustpine as her tenant. After that it’s only a matter of time before Amelia’s life is filled with magic, potential danger, and ontological questions.
But maybe it’s not so bad. She does at least make new, very extraordinary friends and realise that she too is rather extraordinary in her own way.
The story can be found HERE. The first chapter is already out!
Also, HERE is an introductory post that talks about the story some more.
I hope you enjoy it, and I'd love to hear feedback even now when only the first chapter that basically sets the scene and introduces two of the main characters is out. The story is going to pick up in the next chapter already, so have patience!
Also, have a very good day, everyone!
Anyway, without further stalling, here's what this is about:
Amelia Sprigg decides to become a landlady to solve her money problems and to hopefully make new friends. It’s a simple plan, really, but nothing is simple when she unwittingly accepts a rather eccentric young man named Tad Dustpine as her tenant. After that it’s only a matter of time before Amelia’s life is filled with magic, potential danger, and ontological questions.
But maybe it’s not so bad. She does at least make new, very extraordinary friends and realise that she too is rather extraordinary in her own way.
The story can be found HERE. The first chapter is already out!
Also, HERE is an introductory post that talks about the story some more.
I hope you enjoy it, and I'd love to hear feedback even now when only the first chapter that basically sets the scene and introduces two of the main characters is out. The story is going to pick up in the next chapter already, so have patience!
Also, have a very good day, everyone!
My Sims stories:
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
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Chapter 2: A Day of Friendship, a Night of Death
Amelia and Tad strike up a promising friendship. However, things are not always sunshine and rainbows. In fact, the universe would much rather mess with Amelia quite thoroughly. In other words: Tad’s biggest secret is revealed, and the results might not be pretty.
I hope you enjoy!
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
THIS CHAPTER NO LONGER EXISTS IN THIS FORM! CHECK THE POST BELOW!
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
Well, I'm happier with the story now, and as a bonus I've been working on it so much that I can publish several chapters at shorter intervals! Yay!
Well then, here's the new Chapter 3 to Tango. The first half is pretty much unchanged, but the end is different. Sorry about this mess!
There are many defence mechanisms, and Amelia has found hers. That's also why she isn't that shocked when she ends up investigating a theft at the occult side of Riverview. Or is she?
Hope you enjoy, and have a lovely time people! I'll really try not to do this kind of rearranging again.
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
Chapter 4: The Ley Line Nexus
Amelia and Tad's investigation leads to Riverview's very own supernatural commune. Amelia realises that she isn't quite as okay as she has thought.
Thank you all who have had even a passing interest to this story, and have a great time!
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
Anyway, here it is:
Chapter 5: Stoves, Funerals, and Anthills
“Like I said, I guide them. Life kills people, and I take over from there for a while. I help them until they can find their way forward.”
“And you do this for everyone?” Amelia asked.
“For everyone and everything that lives in some way, yes.”
Amelia bit her lip. The next question got through despite that:
“What’s it like?”
“Now that… It’s hard to explain.”
“Could you still try?”
Have a nice day/night/other time everyone!
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
Soul-searching and uncertainty arise, but there is still always time for beauty.
Chapter 6: Questions
Take care, everyone!
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
Chapter 7: How to Grow Money on Trees
Although not one to waste money, Amelia has never liked worrying about it, and she’s sure she will manage. But broken appliances and the realisation of just how her new tenant pays the rent might cause her to rethink that.
...or not, because this is still Amelia we're talking about.
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
Chapter 8: Chasing the Messenger
It’s time to start following the breadcrumbs – or mind trails of people – to discover the culprit to one of the most idiotic heists ever pulled.
"Why do they always run...?"
I hope you like it!
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
Chapter 9: Sanguine
It is time to try and catch up with the thief. That means new wondrous sights and new dilemmas to solve. Amelia begins to wonder yet again what she has got herself into.
Have a nice day/night/other time of day!
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
Chapter 10: Clear Waters
A moment of calm after the events of Bridgeport is more than welcome for Amelia. As is a friendly ear and some more explanations about just what is going on around her.
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
Chapter 11: Of Attachments, Fate, and Loneliness
After yet another humanity lesson, Amelia is feeling better. But now Tad seems to be worried about something. Perhaps the mysterious woman showing up in his garden has something to do with it...
I hope you like it! And have a lovely day!
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
Chapter 12: Emily
Tad rescues someone for the first time, at least according to his own words. And rescues mean bonds to new people. It’s more than enough to make an unprepared being feel a bit tangled.
I hope you enjoy and have a lovely time!
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
Chapter 13: Garden Retreat
It’s not just Amelia who sometimes needs a break to think about things. This time it’s Tad’s turn. But perhaps his approach to it isn’t the best. At least it makes Amelia very worried.
I hope you enjoy!
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
Chapter 14: Full Moon
As Tad continues his meditation, Amelia wanders into a rather dangerous situation. But frightening situations are at least good for discovering something new about oneself.
I hope you have a good time!
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
Chapter 15: Light Side, Grey Side
Things are going smoothly in Riverview. But that doesn’t mean they aren’t going downhill elsehwere.
A.k.a This is like two mini chapters mashed up into one. Yay for confused tones!
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
Chapter 16: Dead Ends and New Leads
When one door closes, another can of worms is opened. That's how the saying goes, right?
Have a lovely time, everyone!
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
Chapter 17: The Necromancer
It's time for a meeting with a retired necromancer in a creepy swamp. It goes about as well as one would expect.
I hope you enjoy and have a nice time!
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
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Chapter 18: Returns
Tad, Amelia, and Novak return home with new leads and new questions. But they aren’t the only ones who are coming back home.
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
If you feel like checking it out, then here it is:
Identity
"Sometimes he wished he was still just it, for the lack of a better term, because back then terms didn’t exist. Sometimes he wished he could go back to watching matter and antimatter chase each other in the violently forming universe."
So yeaah... um, I hope you enjoy. I'm kinda nervous... well, I guess I'll try to get some sleep now. Bye!
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
Chapter 19: Threads
What is Amelia's mother doing back in Riverview? Will the gemstone ever be found? What is Fate up to? What is the diameter of the universe? Most of these questions will be answered here.
I so need to go to sleep now. Have a great time everyone!
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)
Chapter 20: Wishes and Waves
Shots are fired. Birthdays are discussed. Gifts are planned. And the ripples in the universe start to form waves.
I could smartly take advantage on the chapter buffer and just post at a more leisurely pace... but I'm too much of an "unfinished tasks bother me" -kind of person.
The Fey of Life - fairytales in life are few and far between (Forum thread HERE)
The Chrysanthemum Tango - a story about life, death, magic, and how to be a good landlady (Forum thread HERE)
Forget-Me-Not - some things just refuse to stay buried; an Ambrosia Challenge story (Forum thread HERE)