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Dracula #25(6.2) by J L Hayes

Avram had intended to remain awake, in case Nico should want him for something. But the gentle rocking of the boat, coupled with the warm sunshine that spread through his weary limbs like an old familiar friend, lulled him into a dreamless sleep. The flapping of wings woke him with a start.  He opened his eyes to find Andrei sat next to him, a large loaf of bread in his hands. As Avram watched, the man would break off a piece and toss it onto the rail, after which a large pelican would swoop down, snatch it up greedily, then fly silently away, no doubt to await the next morsel.

“Feel better?” Andrei swiveled his head toward Avram before helping himself to some of the bread. Avram noticed a fair-sized hunk of cheese also rested on the man’s thigh.

Avram nodded. “How long was I

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Jonlyn of the Urionites: Part 10 by J Ray Lamb

As suddenly as Urion had appeared, he was gone, leaving Jonlyn and Narthun sitting on their chairs, near the fire where they had drank the potions. Turning to face each other, their eyes met and they both realized they were back in their ‘reality.’

 “Jonlyn, what was in that potion?” Narthun sputtered.

 Jonlyn gave a wry smile, “You’ll know how to make it in due time. Until then, think about what you experienced and what made the potion stand out. You’ll figure it out.”

 Narthun chuckled, “I guess I will.”

 They sat quietly for a few moments when …

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