Chapter 11. And butterflies are free to fly

[thebestseller]

Sooo- who's this mysterious Spade that bid on a date with yours truly and has yet to cash in? Don't be shy, I don't bite. Often. Or very hard, come to think of it. I'm even fine going for coffee and discussing the finer points of life inside this crazy hippie commune.

Speaking of life inside this crazy hippie commune, I'm hard at work on my next books. One'll be a short story centered on the tumultuous love life of a man called Rusher. Who's totally a completely original character, I swear it. And the rousing success of "Our Friend Nannerpus" has inspired a sequel featuring that lovely huggy pink sea monster, Bernard. If you're all good, you'll get a preview soon.

Comments

[spandexisyouth]

I think you have now told people who Bernard is before they have had their dates with her.

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

Did I, now? My bad. Though she's still lovely to spend time with.

[feathered-earth.livejournal.com]

Bernard is a sweetie--I'm sure she'll love being in a book.

Rusher, huh?

[spandexisyouth]

She is! I have hugged her.

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

Me, too. Or, rather, she's hugged me. And occasionally tried to drag me under the surface with her.

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

Who would think that a big tentacle-y thing could be so darned huggy?

Oh yes.

[spandexisyouth]

I do not think that she means anything mean by it! Perhaps those who she won should be warned. So that they are not too surprised.

[desig-survivor.livejournal.com]

[Having read the other comments, Rogue is very pinged]

A huggy pink being with tentacles. Huh. Maybe I should try to meet her.

Guard Cara is not fond of Charger either

[feathered-earth.livejournal.com]

Well hey, if you've got eight tentacles it just means you've got more hug to go around!

I'll look forward to reading that story with Mr. Totally Original Rusher.

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

Oh, I know she just wants attention. ... as far as I can tell, anyway. Who really knows what she's thinking?

bwahahaha

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

This is true. I'm just glad she's more into hugging people affectionately and not... hugging them too hard.

I'll try to make it as enjoyable as possible, then.

[spandexisyouth]

There is no way to tell with someone who does not speak and does not write!

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

She lives on Fisher Isle, in the lake. Just be careful; it should go without saying that it's COLD.

[desig-survivor.livejournal.com]

I think I'll wait until the weather warms, then. Nothing against the cold, but it makes my hand ache.

AS PER USUAL A THREAD JACK

[man-genius.livejournal.com]

Way to ruin the surprise, man-twin!

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

And now, having said that, I would not be surprised if the Sphere allows her to speak or write someday.

<3

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

I'm frankly surprised that there are people who still haven't heard of her!

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

Can't really blame you there.

[spandexisyouth]

It would be interesting if it did!

<3

[man-genius.livejournal.com]

Not everyone takes long walks into the lake to talk to her like you do, Der.

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

Mmm, point. I'm guessing nobody else dreams about having tea with her and Nannerpus, either.

[man-genius.livejournal.com]

Have you ever tried writing your dreams down? They're kinda horrifying and would make a good thriller novel.

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

... hey, there's an idea. Knew I kept you around for something, brother dearest.

[no-severedheads.livejournal.com]

Spade? I don't know... I don't think I've met anyone named Spade.

But I guess the best way to find out is ask! Oh, and good luck writing your next books!

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

They still remain mysteriously silent. I wonder if they're intimidated by my fame?

Thanks a bunch. They're sure to be hits.