Brooke and seven strangers find themselves stranded at an isolated house with no means of communication. In the morning, they discover one of the men, Connor, is missing. Fred claims to sense that Connor was taken by a ghost. The group searches the house but finds no sign of Connor. They decide to leave and get help, but encounter an electric force field surrounding the property that shocks Will when he touches it. They take Will inside, now trapped with no way to leave and no explanation for what is happening.
A Very Victorian Bachelor Challenge - PrologueDi Meeeee
Theodore Harrison, grandson of General Thomas Harrison, has arrived at Hope Springs House in Riverblossom Hills to participate in a supposed research project. However, he soon discovers that the project was fabricated by his grandfather in an attempt to encourage Theodore to court one of the seven female simselves who have also been recruited under false pretenses. Di confronts General Harrison about his meddling scheme, explaining that love cannot be forced in this manner.
Yakko's World OWBC - Chapitre Dix-sept - Part ALady Lark
Onslow's house was burned down by Drea's hired mercenaries, killing Liv, Onslow, and their children. Only Mika survived, showing up distraught at Burundi's house. This marks a dark turn in the escalating conflict between Drea and the Warner family, with Onslow vowing vengeance from beyond the grave.
The document summarizes a meeting between four Reapers - Oberon, Ilyena, Ruyven, and Owen - and their boss, Mr. Reaper. They discuss the status of a secret genetic experiment to create living Grim Reapers. Oberon reports success with his children Puck and Nichole showing Reaper abilities. However, he is concerned about forcing Puck to join against his will when he comes of age. Mr. Reaper insists they must ensure Puck cooperates with their plans.
The Devereaux Legacy: Chapter Six - Part 6 (A)peasant007
The document summarizes the tensions in the Devereaux household after Bella Goth moves in following her engagement to Quinn Devereaux. Bella makes rude comments about Eden's age that make Eden feel self-conscious. Quinn also begins fighting frequently with his father Rhys and avoiding meaningful conversations. The tensions rise further during dress shopping for Quinn's upcoming wedding.
Jesse has been transported from his home dimension to a new one called Belladonna Cove to become the founder of a legacy family. He meets Ellie, the SimSelf of Belladonna Cove, who explains the situation and convinces Jesse to take on the role. Ellie enrolls Jesse in college where he meets and befriends Tara DeBateau. They spend time studying together but Jesse also wants to enjoy college life as a Pleasure Sim. He, Tara, and their friend Jules go downtown to party one night, where drinking and dancing ensue.
Quinn acted heroically but accidentally caused the death of Zane's wife Tina. Bella Goth has returned to work with Lillian. Puck Summerdream, a reaper-elf hybrid, had his powers stripped and is now mortal. He has been sentenced to die of old age as punishment for refusing his role as a reaper.
A Buffyverse Apocalypse: Chapter EighteenRose Fyre
This document provides a summary of Chapter Eighteen of the story "A Buffyverse Apocalypse". It discusses several events, including Lorne giving birth to twin daughters Glory and Kennedy. Kate becomes a teenager and achieves a new career. Tara's fourth novel is a success. Connor starts his freshman year at UC Sunnydale. The twins grow into toddlers.
Traviata reveals to Leap that she survived being burned at the stake because she is a rare and powerful Level 1 witch who can perform magic without a wand. She tells Leap she came to show him that he failed to kill her and that she is more powerful than he will ever be. Traviata then leaves, saying she has other things to take care of.
Payton and Kenya have a beautiful wedding ceremony attended by their family and friends. After the reception, the newlyweds are left alone for their wedding night.
Maya returns home with her daughter Brianna to visit her parents Faye and Joshua. She explains that after graduating, she vacationed in Twikki Island and met and
A Very Victorian Bachelor Challenge - PrologueDi Meeeee
Theodore Harrison, grandson of General Thomas Harrison, has arrived at Hope Springs House in Riverblossom Hills to participate in a supposed research project. However, he soon discovers that the project was fabricated by his grandfather in an attempt to encourage Theodore to court one of the seven female simselves who have also been recruited under false pretenses. Di confronts General Harrison about his meddling scheme, explaining that love cannot be forced in this manner.
Yakko's World OWBC - Chapitre Dix-sept - Part ALady Lark
Onslow's house was burned down by Drea's hired mercenaries, killing Liv, Onslow, and their children. Only Mika survived, showing up distraught at Burundi's house. This marks a dark turn in the escalating conflict between Drea and the Warner family, with Onslow vowing vengeance from beyond the grave.
The document summarizes a meeting between four Reapers - Oberon, Ilyena, Ruyven, and Owen - and their boss, Mr. Reaper. They discuss the status of a secret genetic experiment to create living Grim Reapers. Oberon reports success with his children Puck and Nichole showing Reaper abilities. However, he is concerned about forcing Puck to join against his will when he comes of age. Mr. Reaper insists they must ensure Puck cooperates with their plans.
The Devereaux Legacy: Chapter Six - Part 6 (A)peasant007
The document summarizes the tensions in the Devereaux household after Bella Goth moves in following her engagement to Quinn Devereaux. Bella makes rude comments about Eden's age that make Eden feel self-conscious. Quinn also begins fighting frequently with his father Rhys and avoiding meaningful conversations. The tensions rise further during dress shopping for Quinn's upcoming wedding.
Jesse has been transported from his home dimension to a new one called Belladonna Cove to become the founder of a legacy family. He meets Ellie, the SimSelf of Belladonna Cove, who explains the situation and convinces Jesse to take on the role. Ellie enrolls Jesse in college where he meets and befriends Tara DeBateau. They spend time studying together but Jesse also wants to enjoy college life as a Pleasure Sim. He, Tara, and their friend Jules go downtown to party one night, where drinking and dancing ensue.
Quinn acted heroically but accidentally caused the death of Zane's wife Tina. Bella Goth has returned to work with Lillian. Puck Summerdream, a reaper-elf hybrid, had his powers stripped and is now mortal. He has been sentenced to die of old age as punishment for refusing his role as a reaper.
A Buffyverse Apocalypse: Chapter EighteenRose Fyre
This document provides a summary of Chapter Eighteen of the story "A Buffyverse Apocalypse". It discusses several events, including Lorne giving birth to twin daughters Glory and Kennedy. Kate becomes a teenager and achieves a new career. Tara's fourth novel is a success. Connor starts his freshman year at UC Sunnydale. The twins grow into toddlers.
Traviata reveals to Leap that she survived being burned at the stake because she is a rare and powerful Level 1 witch who can perform magic without a wand. She tells Leap she came to show him that he failed to kill her and that she is more powerful than he will ever be. Traviata then leaves, saying she has other things to take care of.
Payton and Kenya have a beautiful wedding ceremony attended by their family and friends. After the reception, the newlyweds are left alone for their wedding night.
Maya returns home with her daughter Brianna to visit her parents Faye and Joshua. She explains that after graduating, she vacationed in Twikki Island and met and
The document provides details after a mass shooting by Drea Warner that killed several characters, including Palau Warner. Families grieve for their lost loved ones. Spica Warner believes she can use a magic lamp to resurrect her mother and boyfriend, but her father refuses, planning to only resurrect Spica's mother. Doc Warner speaks to Spider Jerusalem about her son Wil's death and inability to resurrect him yet. Lark Warner is confronted by Scott Doran about allowing their daughter Elizabeth to die, though Lark plans to resurrect her. The family meets to discuss what will happen if heir Palau cannot be resurrected.
The document is a chapter from a story. It describes several teenagers who have been forbidden from attending their prom due to safety concerns from the dangerous individual Drea. However, some of the teens try to sneak out to go anyway, including Spica and Teak. Spica manages to sneak out and makes it to the prom to meet up with her friend Quinn, who has just been named prom king.
- Kristen had twin boys, Mark and Nolan II (June Bug), with her husband Nolan.
- Nolan struggles with lingering feelings for Kristen's mother Hailey, who broke his heart in college. This causes tension in the household.
- As the twins grow up, Mark embraces his more flamboyant side while June Bug is more shy and reserved. However, Mark reassures June Bug that he is awesome just as he is.
- The story teases an upcoming plotline but does not provide details, promising to continue the story in the next installment.
Frank has to choose between Star and Mary as the winner of his bachelor challenge. He cares for both women but knows he must pick one. After confronting the women about his decision, Star storms off upset. Mary comforts Star and they discuss how neither wants to lose the other's friendship after Frank's choice is made. Frank then tells Mary he has chosen Star, but loves them both. Mary understands his decision and says she could never hate Frank.
Olivenite learns that his mother Geodessa was formerly a powerful mage named the Diviner who could locate mineral deposits. Her powers were lost when she gave birth to her children, implying one of them inherited her abilities. Breccia is pursued by a pirate named Black Star who believes she possesses a treasure. Olivenite struggles with his new responsibilities and worries about losing his mother. His power over emotions manifests through his piano playing. He has four children - Limonite, Pentlandite, Rhodonite, and an unexpected daughter Ruby.
David writes about his life after graduating from university, including his breakup with his fiancée Juliet and subsequent struggles. Over time, he meets and begins a relationship with Titania. They become engaged and marry in an outdoor ceremony. David closes by expressing confidence in their future together and the impending birth of their first child this winter.
Salahuddin Chamcha is imprisoned after being found guilty on three life sentences for his crimes. He spends his days alone in his cell, reading or exercising late at night when other prisoners are locked in their cells. A guard informs him that his lawyer said there was no chance of overturning the verdict on appeal. Salahuddin accepts this, knowing his children have sided with his captors and he will likely never see them again. He finds prison a lonely experience under the force field dampening his powers, and begins having strange recurring dreams of unfamiliar places.
The document provides context about a group of characters who have recently died and arrived in the waiting room of the afterlife. A reaper named Zane explains to the main character Wil that some of the arrivals, called "Rememberers", know they have died while others do not. Zane knows one of the arrivals, Quinn, personally. More deceased individuals continue to arrive as more were killed, increasing the sense of tragedy. Zane promises to explain to Wil later why reaping one individual, an alien named Muscat, was especially difficult.
Yakko's World OWBC - Mokuna Iwakalua KumakahiLady Lark
Palau explains to Robert that she has been avoiding him because she remembers him from a past life, but his memories are incomplete due to interference from the director. Palau finds this situation distressing given everything else she has gone through, such as dying and being resurrected. Robert is sympathetic but confused. Palau admits she likes Robert despite the complications, and asks if they can try to be friends.
The Quest for Peace: Dark Moon Saga 2, Chapter 2.75animeangel1983
Zeus has called a meeting of the Olympian gods to fill the last open spot at their table of twelve, as recent events have disturbed the balance of power. However, the gods squabble over past grievances instead of addressing the issue. Reias notes the immaturity, turning to Mnemosyne, a Titan allowed to attend despite Zeus's rule, who is amused by the gods' inability to change after thousands of years.
Steven Legacy finds a way to pass on the heir title to his sister Sophie before unexpectedly passing away. Sophie grows up and marries Shan Frio, with whom she has a son named Luke. Janny gives birth to Steven's son Owen before passing away. Ajay's ghost tries to convince the family that Owen should be heir instead of Sophie's children, but they refuse to accept his sexist views. The chapter ends with Sophie giving birth to her son Luke.
This summary provides the key details from the document in 3 sentences:
Steven Bradford proposed to his girlfriend Mary, though his sisters Peggy and Nettie were skeptical of Mary and didn't trust her intentions. Mary lost her virginity to Steven on the night he proposed in an attempt to cement his loyalty to her. The document concludes with Steven and Mary's wedding day arriving amid the Bradford family celebrating the union, while Peggy and Nettie remained wary of Mary.
1) The narrator was part of a government experiment that gave him powers and allowed him to read minds. He escaped with 11 other experiment subjects, including a telepath named Raechel.
2) Over time, the others started disappearing as they were hunted by the government. When Raechel and the narrator were attacked, Raechel tortured their attackers in a cruel way, disturbing the narrator.
3) They went into hiding but the narrator saw on TV that their faces were now known to the public as wanted criminals, endangering them all.
The Pseudo Legacy - Chapter Four, Part TwelveOrikes 360
Persephone senses that her deceased son Ian is somehow alive again. She tells her husband Matthew, who is skeptical but agrees to support her. Meanwhile, Ori's friend tries to plan her wedding to Nate, who has always said he didn't want to get married. However, when Nate overhears the conversation, he surprises Ori by proposing to her. In another scene, Miranda and Dean celebrate their twins' first birthday with friends and family. Louise questions Dean about being from another dimension. He confirms her suspicions and explains he cannot return to his original home.
This document is the beginning of a romance novel. It introduces the main characters Lily and Kade. Lily lives with her uncle Drew, who treats her poorly. Kade is an old Navy friend of Drew's who comes to stay with them. When Lily answers the door, she is instantly attracted to Kade, though also afraid of Drew's reaction. Kade is equally drawn to Lily and sees her as his new obsession, though he knows he needs to proceed carefully given her situation living with Drew.
Boolprop Round Robin Legacy Spare Story - Desdemona Doran Part ThreeSilverBelle1220 .
Desdemona has a dream where her deceased mother tells her to stop blaming herself for what happened to her sister Lily and to choose happiness. She decides to open up to Jimmy about her past. She tells him the full story of her family's history with the vampire council and what led to her being banished. Jimmy understands why she has trust issues but encourages her to let people in. They start dating and their relationship grows closer over time, though Jimmy remains hesitant to fully commit due to his werewolf condition.
Ed and Don have been friends for years and often roleplay fantasy games together. Ed finds some old family heirlooms that he claims can magically transform the wearer. Don has a vivid daydream where he tries on a bracelet and transforms into a woman. In his dreams that night, Don's consciousness is trapped in a female body being sexually dominated by Ed's transformed body. Don awakens aroused and confused about the nature and implications of his strange dreams.
Brooke James' Bachelorette Challenge- Day ThreeStephanie Sahr
On the third day of the competition, the contestants try to win over Brooke through hot tubbing, chess dates, and simple flirts. Byte and Bernardo make connections with Brooke in the hot tub, while Will works to sabotage Jay. By the end of the day, most of the boys have earned Brooke's crush, setting up further drama in the competition going forward.
Brooke James' Bachelorette Challenge Day FourStephanie Sahr
Day four of the reality show saw more flirting between the contestants as they tried to gain points. Will made a bold move by kissing Brooke, pushing him into second place behind Jay. Juno also kissed Brooke, hoping to gain ground. At the end of the day Byte was eliminated, as his shy personality prevented him from being as aggressive in flirting as the other men. The competition for Brooke's attention is heating up between Will, Jay, and Juno.
The document provides details after a mass shooting by Drea Warner that killed several characters, including Palau Warner. Families grieve for their lost loved ones. Spica Warner believes she can use a magic lamp to resurrect her mother and boyfriend, but her father refuses, planning to only resurrect Spica's mother. Doc Warner speaks to Spider Jerusalem about her son Wil's death and inability to resurrect him yet. Lark Warner is confronted by Scott Doran about allowing their daughter Elizabeth to die, though Lark plans to resurrect her. The family meets to discuss what will happen if heir Palau cannot be resurrected.
The document is a chapter from a story. It describes several teenagers who have been forbidden from attending their prom due to safety concerns from the dangerous individual Drea. However, some of the teens try to sneak out to go anyway, including Spica and Teak. Spica manages to sneak out and makes it to the prom to meet up with her friend Quinn, who has just been named prom king.
- Kristen had twin boys, Mark and Nolan II (June Bug), with her husband Nolan.
- Nolan struggles with lingering feelings for Kristen's mother Hailey, who broke his heart in college. This causes tension in the household.
- As the twins grow up, Mark embraces his more flamboyant side while June Bug is more shy and reserved. However, Mark reassures June Bug that he is awesome just as he is.
- The story teases an upcoming plotline but does not provide details, promising to continue the story in the next installment.
Frank has to choose between Star and Mary as the winner of his bachelor challenge. He cares for both women but knows he must pick one. After confronting the women about his decision, Star storms off upset. Mary comforts Star and they discuss how neither wants to lose the other's friendship after Frank's choice is made. Frank then tells Mary he has chosen Star, but loves them both. Mary understands his decision and says she could never hate Frank.
Olivenite learns that his mother Geodessa was formerly a powerful mage named the Diviner who could locate mineral deposits. Her powers were lost when she gave birth to her children, implying one of them inherited her abilities. Breccia is pursued by a pirate named Black Star who believes she possesses a treasure. Olivenite struggles with his new responsibilities and worries about losing his mother. His power over emotions manifests through his piano playing. He has four children - Limonite, Pentlandite, Rhodonite, and an unexpected daughter Ruby.
David writes about his life after graduating from university, including his breakup with his fiancée Juliet and subsequent struggles. Over time, he meets and begins a relationship with Titania. They become engaged and marry in an outdoor ceremony. David closes by expressing confidence in their future together and the impending birth of their first child this winter.
Salahuddin Chamcha is imprisoned after being found guilty on three life sentences for his crimes. He spends his days alone in his cell, reading or exercising late at night when other prisoners are locked in their cells. A guard informs him that his lawyer said there was no chance of overturning the verdict on appeal. Salahuddin accepts this, knowing his children have sided with his captors and he will likely never see them again. He finds prison a lonely experience under the force field dampening his powers, and begins having strange recurring dreams of unfamiliar places.
The document provides context about a group of characters who have recently died and arrived in the waiting room of the afterlife. A reaper named Zane explains to the main character Wil that some of the arrivals, called "Rememberers", know they have died while others do not. Zane knows one of the arrivals, Quinn, personally. More deceased individuals continue to arrive as more were killed, increasing the sense of tragedy. Zane promises to explain to Wil later why reaping one individual, an alien named Muscat, was especially difficult.
Yakko's World OWBC - Mokuna Iwakalua KumakahiLady Lark
Palau explains to Robert that she has been avoiding him because she remembers him from a past life, but his memories are incomplete due to interference from the director. Palau finds this situation distressing given everything else she has gone through, such as dying and being resurrected. Robert is sympathetic but confused. Palau admits she likes Robert despite the complications, and asks if they can try to be friends.
The Quest for Peace: Dark Moon Saga 2, Chapter 2.75animeangel1983
Zeus has called a meeting of the Olympian gods to fill the last open spot at their table of twelve, as recent events have disturbed the balance of power. However, the gods squabble over past grievances instead of addressing the issue. Reias notes the immaturity, turning to Mnemosyne, a Titan allowed to attend despite Zeus's rule, who is amused by the gods' inability to change after thousands of years.
Steven Legacy finds a way to pass on the heir title to his sister Sophie before unexpectedly passing away. Sophie grows up and marries Shan Frio, with whom she has a son named Luke. Janny gives birth to Steven's son Owen before passing away. Ajay's ghost tries to convince the family that Owen should be heir instead of Sophie's children, but they refuse to accept his sexist views. The chapter ends with Sophie giving birth to her son Luke.
This summary provides the key details from the document in 3 sentences:
Steven Bradford proposed to his girlfriend Mary, though his sisters Peggy and Nettie were skeptical of Mary and didn't trust her intentions. Mary lost her virginity to Steven on the night he proposed in an attempt to cement his loyalty to her. The document concludes with Steven and Mary's wedding day arriving amid the Bradford family celebrating the union, while Peggy and Nettie remained wary of Mary.
1) The narrator was part of a government experiment that gave him powers and allowed him to read minds. He escaped with 11 other experiment subjects, including a telepath named Raechel.
2) Over time, the others started disappearing as they were hunted by the government. When Raechel and the narrator were attacked, Raechel tortured their attackers in a cruel way, disturbing the narrator.
3) They went into hiding but the narrator saw on TV that their faces were now known to the public as wanted criminals, endangering them all.
The Pseudo Legacy - Chapter Four, Part TwelveOrikes 360
Persephone senses that her deceased son Ian is somehow alive again. She tells her husband Matthew, who is skeptical but agrees to support her. Meanwhile, Ori's friend tries to plan her wedding to Nate, who has always said he didn't want to get married. However, when Nate overhears the conversation, he surprises Ori by proposing to her. In another scene, Miranda and Dean celebrate their twins' first birthday with friends and family. Louise questions Dean about being from another dimension. He confirms her suspicions and explains he cannot return to his original home.
This document is the beginning of a romance novel. It introduces the main characters Lily and Kade. Lily lives with her uncle Drew, who treats her poorly. Kade is an old Navy friend of Drew's who comes to stay with them. When Lily answers the door, she is instantly attracted to Kade, though also afraid of Drew's reaction. Kade is equally drawn to Lily and sees her as his new obsession, though he knows he needs to proceed carefully given her situation living with Drew.
Boolprop Round Robin Legacy Spare Story - Desdemona Doran Part ThreeSilverBelle1220 .
Desdemona has a dream where her deceased mother tells her to stop blaming herself for what happened to her sister Lily and to choose happiness. She decides to open up to Jimmy about her past. She tells him the full story of her family's history with the vampire council and what led to her being banished. Jimmy understands why she has trust issues but encourages her to let people in. They start dating and their relationship grows closer over time, though Jimmy remains hesitant to fully commit due to his werewolf condition.
Ed and Don have been friends for years and often roleplay fantasy games together. Ed finds some old family heirlooms that he claims can magically transform the wearer. Don has a vivid daydream where he tries on a bracelet and transforms into a woman. In his dreams that night, Don's consciousness is trapped in a female body being sexually dominated by Ed's transformed body. Don awakens aroused and confused about the nature and implications of his strange dreams.
Brooke James' Bachelorette Challenge- Day ThreeStephanie Sahr
On the third day of the competition, the contestants try to win over Brooke through hot tubbing, chess dates, and simple flirts. Byte and Bernardo make connections with Brooke in the hot tub, while Will works to sabotage Jay. By the end of the day, most of the boys have earned Brooke's crush, setting up further drama in the competition going forward.
Brooke James' Bachelorette Challenge Day FourStephanie Sahr
Day four of the reality show saw more flirting between the contestants as they tried to gain points. Will made a bold move by kissing Brooke, pushing him into second place behind Jay. Juno also kissed Brooke, hoping to gain ground. At the end of the day Byte was eliminated, as his shy personality prevented him from being as aggressive in flirting as the other men. The competition for Brooke's attention is heating up between Will, Jay, and Juno.
The document describes a board game where students play rock paper scissors to move spaces on the board. When they land on a space, they write a sentence using the verb on the space in its past tense form and including a time expression from dice. Examples are provided of changing verbs like "go" to their past tense "went" and combining it with a time such as "yesterday" to write a sentence. The goal is for students to practice conjugating verbs to past tense.
The group of strangers becomes stranded at an old abandoned house in the middle of nowhere after their vehicle breaks down. They include Byte, Connor, Fred, Juno, William, and Bernardo who were traveling together. Brooke James joins them as the only female passenger. With no cell service and no sign of inhabitants, they must decide how to get help or find shelter from the approaching storm.
Brooke James' Bachelorette Challenge- Day TwoStephanie Sahr
This summary provides an overview of Day 2 in the romance simulation game:
- Jay maintained his lead but saw his score cut down as he failed to make it to Brooke's hot tub, while Will and Juno had positive interactions and gained significant points.
- During hot tub dates, Berni left early due to Juno's nudity, while conversations between others focused on mundane topics.
- One-on-one chats saw varied discussions on politics, the economy, and other topics, with most interactions remaining positive.
- By the end of Day 2, Fred had the lowest score and was eliminated, despite making gains. The scores remained close between the top contestants.
The Offically Wacky BoolProp Challenge by PetTech Part TenStephanie Sahr
The document provides a summary of the narrator's gameplay with their Sims family, the Truehearts. It describes events like the family taking a vacation where Odell dies in a fire, the children growing up, and ghosts haunting the house after Odell's death. Other Sims families are also mentioned, like the birth of a child for Paul and Sarah next door and Elizabeth and Inga becoming teenagers.
Brooke James' Bachelorette Challenge Days Five, Six and SevenStephanie Sahr
William wins Brooke's heart in the romance challenge by consistently pursuing romantic interactions with her throughout the week, gaining the most points. While Juno starts strong, he loses momentum later in the week. In the end, William has 100 points for the daily relationship and 100 lifetime points, while Juno has 99 lifetime points, making William the winner by one point.
Benedick wakes up early and hears the piano music being played. He is surprised to see that it is Jill playing, as she had complained about the piano before. Benedick then encounters Gvaudoin Tricou, who tells him her name is and that his business is none of hers for now. Benedick makes toaster pastries for a change of food but has no place to set them down to eat.
The Bookacy Family Alphabet Adventures, ch. 34katrisims
Marylena Bookacy calls her son Cyrus to update him on the family after Cho's disastrous wedding. Cho went into shock after being left at the altar but is now sleeping. The doctor assured them the baby would be fine. Later, Cho goes into labor and gives birth to a baby boy named Dirk. Meanwhile, George and Sean meet with Count Pao after he visits Salahuddin Chamcha. The Count shares that Chamcha may now be planning to kill an heir, likely referring to Cho. Marylena later talks with Cho, who seems happier focusing on her newborn son Dirk.
Bonnie is working late in the library to finish a history report. She convinces the librarian to let her stay after closing by pretending to leave. Outside, two werewolves discuss hunting in the area and plan to break into the library after dawn to attack Bonnie. Bonnie remains unaware of the danger as she works through the night.
This chapter covers the birthdays of Lauren and her sisters as they become teenagers and young adults. Lauren is chosen to be the heir to the Foxglove legacy. Holly Blue will inherit the family home, while Madeline receives money to start her own family. Lauren grows closer to her boyfriend Ricky. Once the sisters come of age, their parents move to a new home across the street, passing ownership of the family home to Holly Blue. Lauren feels nervous about inheriting the legacy but finds support in Ricky.
The Pause Legacy - Chapter 9: Oh Yeah, I'm Awesomepauselegacy
The summary discusses several events: Bon wins the heir vote and moves into the legacy house. Danita moves in with Bon after his birthday party. Danita gives birth to twin girls, Monique and Jacqueline, but no one in the family seems interested in caring for the babies. Jude discusses making inappropriate comments and accepting donations from wealthy families. The chapter ends by checking in on other sim families in the legacy.
Holden leaves the club and thinks about Jane and his concern over what may have happened between her and Stradlater. He reminisces on how he met Jane and came to like her. He recalls a specific time when they almost kissed but Jane was crying and wouldn't let him kiss her mouth, though he kissed her face. Feeling depressed, Holden leaves the club to go to a nightclub in Greenwich Village called Ernie's, where a talented piano player named Ernie performs.
Holden leaves the club and thinks about Jane and his concern over what may have happened between her and Stradlater. He reminisces on how he met Jane and came to like her. He recalls a specific time when he and Jane almost kissed but were interrupted. Feeling depressed in the empty club lobby, Holden decides to leave for a nightclub in Greenwich Village called Ernie's, where his brother D.B. used to frequent before moving to Hollywood. Ernie, a talented piano player at the club, is a snob who only talks to celebrities but plays very well, though sometimes his playing seems as snobby as he is.
This summary provides the key details from the document in 3 sentences:
The document follows the Aldrich family and details events like births, deaths, house renovations, and the family escaping an attack. It introduces new members of the third generation like Caden and Cybele. The story takes a tragic turn after Cybele's birth, with the deaths of Lark and Janae in fires. Caden, Cybele and Sheena then escape to a deserted house in the desert town of Edins to hide from their attackers.
Joe is kidnapped and held at gunpoint after being blackmailed into delivering a mysterious bag. He realizes the woman who contacted him, Ivy Schwarz, set him up. Joe tells his captors about Ivy and her plans to be in Bristol. They decide to spare Joe's life and go after Ivy instead to retrieve the missing money and confront her about betraying them.
I.M Bored: A Legacy in 10 Generations - gen 2 part 3Lady Lark
The document summarizes events in the Bored household after Fantasy gives birth to her daughter Eva. Fantasy becomes a celebrity chef and gains weight after the birth. Her father I.M. makes a wish and brings in a new sim, Chris Bachman. Chris tries to flirt with the married Corbin but he refuses. Eva grows into a toddler while Fantasy brags to her sisters about being a mother.
Desi has become the heir to the Legrand Legacy by default. She worries about how to fulfill this role. Bobby seems to like her without the influence of the voodoo doll, and they go on a fun day out together. Brielle accompanies a secret agent to headquarters below Rodney's Hideout. There, the agent fails to report successfully capturing a rogue vampire. Her boss scolds her for the failure while another woman in the room knows more about the situation.
The chapter summary provides updates on the Legacina family. Brody, Micah, and Persephone have all become teenagers, with Brody continuing his role as the knowledgeable sibling helping with schoolwork. The family ghosts of Taylor and Professor Kelly begin haunting the home. Brody calls a meeting to discuss choosing an heir from the third generation before they go to college, but Persephone persuades them to wait until college to make the decision.
Morgause Bettencourt travels to the House of Fallen Trees looking for information about her biological mother, Helled. She meets her grandmother Lillian, who tells her that Helled is no longer there. Lillian reveals that Landon Random, not his brother Lawrence, may actually be Morgause's father. A confused and tired Morgause decides to sleep at the house. Unbeknownst to her, Lillian calls Helled to tell her Morgause is now in her possession, seeking revenge for past wrongs. Helled and Lawrence decide to travel to the house to rescue Morgause from Lillian.
The chapter follows various members of the Sanderson family as they continue rebuilding society after the apocalypse. Dawn plans to pursue a career in crime to help the family, while Bianca wants to become a space pirate to retrieve an object that can power strange devices. Kurt is unsure if he wants to be the family heir but thinks bringing back music could help society. Dawn also starts dating the son of the local mafia leader but has doubts about the relationship.
The Legrand Legacy-Gen 2-University-Part1WistfulRose
1) The story begins with the Quads starting their first year of college. Desi gets into an argument with Charnell over using the computer.
2) The group takes a vacation in a house Anton won in an online contest. Desi gets lost on a walk and encounters a mysterious masked man.
3) Back at the vacation house, Desi brags about her adventure and argues with Charnell and Anton, upsetting Brielle. They all yell at Brielle, who is crying as she ends a phone call with Edouard.
Lindsay and Zack have been murdered by Fury, Fire's evil twin. Fire blames herself for not protecting them after Justin's death. Suze is devastated at losing her daughter Lindsay. DNA evidence from the scene suggests Fury is disguising herself with dyed blonde hair. Death cryptically tells Fire she cannot find Fury because Fury has part of Fire. Meanwhile, Adam accidentally runs into a mysterious blonde woman in town.
The Offically Wacky BoolProp Challenge by PetTech Part 4Stephanie Sahr
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Brooke James BC Story Part Two
1.
2. It’s been a little while but here is what happened last time…
Brooke and seven strange men found themselves stranded at a remote house with a disabled vehicle and no phone service.
Early the next morning Connor Vetinari found himself confronted by an unknown entity and cast into a pocket dimension with no
exit and no bathroom.
Onward...
3. For Brooke morning came early. While she had slept well enough through most of the night, as soon as the sun had just begun
to creep above the horizon she found herself wide awake. The sun's light filtered through low clouds that threatened yet more
rain and the dusty windows filling the room with an orange light.
“I've got to get home,” she said to herself as she made the bed. “Both of my moms have to be worried about me and after what
happened to Kira, they're sure to call the police. And Brooke, she'll be freaked out if I'm missing!” She brushed her hand over her
eyes. Her adopted family's problems weighed heavily on her mind. This short post graduation trip was supposed to be for her to
relax and clear her mind but it had done anything but that.
4. Downstairs the boys had spread themselves out through the house sleeping on anything that would accommodate them.
Bernardo had lucked out in getting the small love seat in the parlor. While it was small and a bit uncomfortable, he had the room
to himself so it was quiet. Or at least it was until now...
“Ahhhh!”
5. Fred bolted upright at the scream. “Huh? Wassit?” He looked around the room quickly. Upstairs he could hear someone running
and there was yelling from the foyer. “Juno! Wake up!”
Juno's eyes opened briefly and he rubbed his nose. “The sun's barely up. Wake me in an hour.”
“Something is happening. Get up.” Fred pushed himself off the chaise and headed for the stairs.
6. Brooke heard the scream that came from just outside her door and she rushed out to the landing.
7. Only to encounter Will and Jay charging up the stairs with the others close behind.
9. Jay cast a quick glance around the landing, “Are you okay?”
Brooke looked confused. “I'm fine. What's going on?”
Byte was the one to point out the problem, “Where's Connor?”
Will looked around, “He was sleeping in the dining room with Jay and I. I didn't see him when we ran out.”
Jay also glanced around at the group, “Neither did I. Connor! Where are you man?!” There was no reply.
10. Fred looked around and then said quietly, “He's not here.” Somehow he knew that for certain. Connor Vetinari was gone.
Juno was still half asleep but even he knew that you don't just assume that sort of thing. “You can't really say that until we search
the place. He might have gone outside to get some fresh air or went looking for help down the road.”
Fred grimaced, “Yes, I can say that. He was standing right where I am now just seconds ago. I can smell his cologne and... there
was someone else here too.”
11. “So where is he then?”
Fred shrugged, “Gone. He's not here now.”
That wasn't a sufficient answer for Brooke, “Gone? Gone where?”
“I'm really not sure.” Fred looked around at all the skeptical faces around him. For the first time in his life he felt weirder than
normal.
12. “Right. There is obviously something you are not telling us Fred. Where did Connor go?”
“Like I said, I don't know for sure. But I can tell you that both Connor and a ghost were on this landing seconds ago.”
“Are you a psychic or something?”
“I... No. I just know a lot about ghosts.” He wasn't sure if it was a good idea to bring up his parentage.
Despite his vague answer, Brooke knew there was more to Fred Pie than met the eye. She had too many family members tied
up with the occult to accept Fred's deflection of her question.
13. They were all confused but Jay spoke up first. “I've never heard of a ghost kidnapping someone. They pop out and scare you
sometimes and I've heard of sims dying from that, but never has someone disappeared because of a ghost.”
Berni was also less than convinced, “Yeah. I call bullshit on that one Fred. He has to be here somewhere. Maybe we should
search the house before jumping to conclusions.”
14. “No one goes alone. Let's split up into small groups and look around. Let me put on some clothes and we'll get started.” Brooke
turned on her heel and headed into the bedroom where her suitcase was.
15. Jay and Fred decided to start their search in the bathroom, which unbeknownst to them had been Connor’s destination before he
was ambushed.
“So, if you're not a psychic then are you a warlock?”
16. “Why do you care?”
“I don't care particularly except that you keep popping up with all this ghost stuff and now one of us is missing. You're acting
weird.”
Jay was right, he was acting weird. “Maybe. But you don't really know me so how can you judge if I'm any weirder than normal?”
“I guess I can't.”
17. “I don't suppose there's any chance that you guys might just trust me on this and take my word about Connor being gone.
Without asking all the personal questions?,” he added as an afterthought.
18. “Not really, no. Too many things can happen when you take something for granted. Trust me. I've been down that road.” Jay
glanced around as if looking for something he lost. “I think.”
“Then... I don't really have anything else to say.”
19. “Look, I have strange and unusual people in my family too. My brother's a warlock. My sister-in-law is a witch. I bet if we asked
everyone else they would say they have a similar situation. Why are you hiding something that might help us get out of here?”
“For one, I don't think it would really help. The best suggestion I've had was from yesterday when I said we should leave. Two... I
don't know if I really understand it myself. Things have changed for me recently and I'm not sure about some things.”
20. “I know what you mean about things changing. I feel like I had a different life before yesterday. I remember some of my family but
not all of it. Something's missing.”
Fred nodded. “Definitely. I don't think we're in Kansas anymore Toto.”
“What's that supposed to mean?”
21. After quickly changing into some thing a bit more comfortable than the miniskirt and heels she wore the day before, Brooke
joined up with Byte to search the other part of the second and third floors. Their first stop was the nursery.
Brooke looked around at all the sweet little stuffed toys and dolls that were carefully packed away and stacked in a corner. “This
room feel so sad.”
Byte studied her back. “I guess whoever lived here last had a little girl.”
“But the walls are blue. It's almost like they didn't finish decorating for the baby.”
22. “I highly doubt that Connor is stuffed into any of these boxes, unless he's in pieces,” he joked. Brooke visibly stiffened in front of
him and through he couldn't see the frown on her face, he did sense a change in her demeanor. “It was just a joke.”
Brooke nodded and looked down. “We should move on to upstairs.”
23. “You seem a little sad sometimes Brooke. Is there anything wrong? I mean, short of being stranded with seven strangers and no
phone.”
24. She turned to face him. “You seem like a nice guy Byte when you're not fidgeting or scowling at things but I don't know you well
enough to talk about my problems. It's nothing personal.”
“I understand. I'm kind of a tough guy to get close to.”
“You should smile more. You have a nice smile.”
“I do?”
“Yes, you do. Let's go upstairs and keep looking.”
25. Downstairs Juno, William and Bernardo had joined up to search the lower floor.
“Nothing in the living room or parlor and I didn't see Connor out by the pool or hot tubs. He's just vanished.”
26. Will wandered in from the dining room, “His stuff including his phone is still in the dining room near where he went to sleep. This
is way too weird.”
Berni nodded, “Yeah really weird. And what's up with the nerdy guy...”
“Fred,” Juno interrupted.
“Yeah Fred, being all mysterious. It make me think he might be behind it all.”
“But why? What's the reasoning behind it if it's him?” None of it made sense to Will.
“The girl, maybe?”
27. “I don't think so. Yesterday he was awkward and shy around her and he seems like a nice enough guy. So, either he's an
amazing actor or someone else is to blame for all of this.”
“How about Jay? He had plenty of time with the Jeep before he picked us up and he and Brooke had a pretty tense conversation
in the dining room yesterday.”
Will considered this. Jay was very adamant about him staying away from Brooke... “Did he tell either of you guys to stay away
from her?” Both Juno and Berni shook their heads no. “We should keep an eye on him then.”
Juno pointed at the back door, “We should check the shed for Connor.”
The trio headed out into the yard to complete their search.
28. The search of the shed was quick as it was small and filled with boxes of assorted junk but no sign of Connor.
“Any luck?”
“Nope. No sign of him.”
29. Brooke and the others had come out to join up with them.
“I think we need to go find some help. All of us together. There was a gas station back at the last detour sign. It should only take
us an hour to get there.” She was very worried about Connor even though she hardly knew him.
Byte nodded, “I don't want to stay here anymore. Let's go call the police. They can find Connor.”
Fred looked over at Byte, “That's unlikely but I still agree with us leaving. Jay?”
He took a deep breath and closed his eyes. Something struck him as wrong with leaving a man missing but what else could they
do? Something was distinctly wrong in this house and none of them were safe. “I say we go and bring someone back who's
better prepared to deal with this.”
30. Fred looked up at the gray clouds. “I do think we should head out before the next storm hits. Some of those lightning strikes
yesterday were awfully close.”
It was Juno who said what everyone else was thinking, “I don't care how much lightning falls from the sky. I'm not coming back
here.”
With everyone in agreement the seven of them set off across the yard to head down the quiet road that had dumped them in this
awful place.
31. At the edge of the property Will had moved ahead of the others and was therefore first to encounter a hard yet flexible field that
prevented him from stepping over the line. The impact wasn't painful just surprising and the others stopped short as Will bounced
backward a step.
32. “Oh my gosh! Will are you alright?”
Juno looked at the visible disturbance caused by William's impact as it spread outward in a bubble around the house. “Fantastic!
Now some kind of force field? What's next, flying monkeys?”
Will shook his head trying to respond to Brooke's question but he couldn't quite seem to manage it. There was this tingling
sensation...
33. That grew into an itching and his body jerked as electricity erupted across his skin.
34. It happened so fast, that by the time anyone realized Will was in trouble he had already dropped to his knees from the intense
pain.
“Will!”
35. Jay knelt down next to William's now prone body and reached out to check for a pulse.
“Is he alright?” Brooke's voice was barely a whisper.
36. There was a pulse and Jay released the breath he didn't realize he was holding. “He's still alive. Help me get him inside.”
Berni stopped him, “I thought we were leaving.”
“Would you like to be the guinea pig and go next? 'Cause I'm not keen on being barbequed. Byte help me lift him. We'll take him
in and put him on the chaise to rest. Hopefully he's only stunned.” Byte and Jay picked up William's limp form and headed for the
house.
The rest of the group followed behind worried and confused. Now it seemed, none of them could leave without risking serious
bodily harm.
37. William was made a comfortable as possible and everyone stood about arguing over what to do next, when Fred suddenly
turned and walked out the back door. Brooke watched him go then stood to follow him after a few minutes. She found him
examining the back side of the solar panels that seemed to provide the house with electricity.
“What are you doing?”
“Well, I'm thinking I might be able to boost the signal strength of my cell phone if I use some extra juice from this power panel. If it
works I might be able to make a call out. Assuming of course that this force field thing isn't blocking everything.”
“You really are pretty smart. How is it that you know so much about ghosts?,” she asked as she sat down on the grass.
38. Fred leaned down to pick up a screw driver to loosen a connection on the back of the panel. “Have any of you considered that I
don't want to discuss that?”
Brooke looked over the odd assortment of tools and parts at his feet. “Where did you find all this stuff?”
“The shed. It's full almost to the rafters with miscellaneous junk.”
She picked up a hex nut and rolled it over in her hand examining the shape and color. “You don't have to be embarrassed about
being different. Lots of people have unique things they can do.”
“Do you?”
“Ah, other than being an orphan, no. But I have lots of adopted relatives that do. There's nothing you can say that would freak me
out.”
39. He succeed in removing the access panel cover and dropped it to the ground before reaching in to pull out bundles of wiring to
examine. “An orphan huh? What happened to your real parents?”
“I don't know. I guess I was just a baby and I don't have any memory of them. Just my two moms.”
He glanced up at her, “Two moms?”
“Yeah... They're married. You know...”
“Lesbians.”
40. Brooke frowned at him, “They love each other. There's nothing wrong with that.”
“I wasn't judging. I myself have two fathers.”
“And you're not an alien? Are you adopted too?”
“No.”
“How is that possible?”
Fred shrugged and separated out the wires he was looking for. That was stupid Fred. Now you have to explain. “It's possible to
do but requires some particular knowledge.”
“Why won't you just tell me?”
41. “Because I don't know that I really understand it myself and it's not important to what's happening right now.”
His continued evasiveness bugged her. “So you think a ghost is responsible for all this craziness.”
“I do. That tomb over in the side yard mostly likely belongs to it. What bugs me, is why it is keeping us here and what happened
to Connor. Jay was right, it's never been documented that ghosts can abduct people.”
“I think you're wrong about that. I remember reading about a family that was terrorized by a ghost and a child went missing.”
He looked up at her. “Where did you see this?”
“At college. A book in the library. My Uncle Darwin told me that it was a rare case.”
42. “That can't be right.” Something was definitely different now.
“It's just what I read. Can we find a way to talk to this ghost and find out what it wants?”
“Maybe. If it wants to speak with us.” He finished his wiring changes and attached a charging cable to the modification. “Hand me
the phone. Let's see if this works.”
Brooke stood and handed him the phone that had been laying on the concrete.
43. He connected the phone and pressed the on button. A loud crackling sound issued from the speaker and small sparks erupted
from the battery case turning the phone into a useless piece of plastic.
“Damn! Too much juice. I need a better power converter.”
“Well, it was a good try. If you want you can use my phone to try again.”
Fred dropped the slagged phone on the concrete and shrugged. “I'll have to dig through the shed and see if there is anything
newer than 1980's tech in there. Or... maybe I can dampen the output from the panel itself. I'll have to think about it.”
Brooke gave him a sweet half smile, “I'm going to go in and check on Will. Let us know if you need any help.”
He picked up a ratchet and prepared to remove more panels from the back of the solar collector. “Let everyone know that the
power may go out for a while.”
44. Back inside Will was experiencing what could best be described as an electroshock hangover. His ears were filled with a distinct
buzzing sound interspersed with snippets of loud conversation and the clicking of something plastic. His muscles ached from
head to toe. He had to admit that even his toughest basketball game in college hadn't even come close to the exhaustion he felt
right now.
45. With his eyes still squeezed closed, he pushed himself into a sitting position.
“It lives.” Brooke's voice cut through the ringing. “How do you feel?”
He ran his fingers through his hair and opened his eyes one at a time, wincing as the light flooded in and made the headache
worse. “Like the night after a two day frat party. Am I still alive?”
46. She settled next to him, “Yes, fortunately. You took quite a shock.”
“I'm guessing that we can't leave, can we?”
“It looks that way. Fred's trying to boost the signal on a cell phone so we can try and call for help. I'm not so sure it's going to
work though. He's already fried one phone.”
Will glanced over at the card table where Juno, Jay, Berni and Byte were playing a hand of poker. That's the clinking sound I was
hearing. He squeezed his eyes closed trying to clear the fog from his brain. “Is he still convinced that a ghost is responsible?”
“Yeah. Why, have you got a different theory?”
47. “Well, I thought I did but after walking into that... force field or whatever it was, I'm not so sure.”
“What was your theory.”
He rubbed a tingly spot on his shoulder and winced again. “I,” he lowered his voice, “thought that maybe Jay had set all this up.”
“You what?” She was a little too loud and he glanced over at the poker table where Jay sat with his back to them.
“Shhh. Not so loud.”
48. Brooke closed her eyes and sighed, “Why on earth would he do that?”
“It's just that... he had access to the Jeep before any of the rest of us. He missed a detour sign and drug us all the way out here
and then he gets all pushy about me not trusting you because you're a romance sim like him. Connor vanishes this morning
without a trace and he had been checking you out too. It's like he's eliminating all the competition.”
She pressed her fingers to the bridge of her nose. Here it comes. “I'm afraid to ask, competition for what?”
“Well, for you of course.”
49. “Seriously!” Will tried to shush her but she wasn't having any of it. “No. Now you listen to me.” She raised her voice, “All of you
listen to me. I am not some sort of easy hussy that can be talked into jumping into bed with any guy I meet and I'm not some kind
of prize to be acquired. I'm sick and tired of all you men treating me like a... a plaything. I have a brain and an education. I
graduated at the top of my class at law school and I know how to make your lives miserable!”
50. Over at the table Jay slowly pulled his winnings from the last hand towards him. Quietly to the rest of the players, “Is she yelling
at us?”
Berni smiled, “Yep. Fuori di testa*.”
“She's even more beautiful when she's angry but I think she's serious. You guys haven't been harassing her, have you? Because
if you have I'll...,” Byte trailed off trying to think up a suitable torture.
“You'll what? Scrub us to death with that green scour pad you keep in your pocket?” Juno chuckled.
“It would hurt and I'd pour salt in the wounds.”
Juno smiled and shuffled the cards, “I think Fred's right about you. You're about as far away from being a serial killer as I am from
being shy.”
*Italian slang- Literally to be out of one's head
51. “I am not objectifying you! It was a theory I had, until I was electrocuted while walking down the street. You're over reacting!”
“Over reacting? I am not over reacting. Since the moment I walked out of the door of my cabin, you lot have been ogling me and
making suggestive comments. Now, you want to tell me that someone has set all this up to get at me? How am I supposed to
react?”
Her shift in mood made his head spin even more. “I just...,” he sighed. “We look at you because you're beautiful! Don't you know
that? Please calm down.”
The group of men at the table grew quiet waiting for her response.
52. “I'm not over reacting,” she knew better than that but it made her so mad when guys looked at her like she was a juicy steak or
an expensive car.
“You are just a little bit, but I mean, I suppose I understand. It would annoy me if everyone treated me like a dumb jock. I wasn't
trying to upset you but you asked me what I had been thinking.”
Brooke bit at her lip nervously. She was being petulant and Will didn't deserve her venom. “I'm sorry. It's just that this is the last
thing I needed in my life right now and I'm not too comfortable being stuck up here with a bunch of strange men.”
“I don't think any of us would hurt you Brooke. Compete for your attention, yes. But hurt you, never.”
She sank her shoulders realizing how silly the outburst had been. Then, “You really think I'm beautiful?”
“Do you not own a mirror?”
53. Back outside...
Fred wandered over to the large tomb that rested some what randomly in the side yard of the house. The tomb meant someone
cared enough to bury the deceased but the placement was strange. Almost as if there had been no planning in the burial. At
some point someone had planted tulip bulbs to decorate the grave and over the years they had spread a bit. He knelt down to
read the engraving. “Here lies Andrea Hudson. Beloved wife and mother. Too soon was she taken away.”
Fred considered the statement and the feelings he had been having ever since arriving the day before. She must have died a
violent death, the family wasn't prepared to lose her. I wonder why the house is empty now. She had a husband and at least one
child. “You must be the presence I sense Andrea. If you are responsible for Connor's disappearance and trapping us here, you
must have a reason. I don't suppose you would discuss it with me?”
A soft breeze pushed the tulips around but he heard no response.
54. “We didn't come here to bother you. All we want to do is leave. Will you let us leave?”
Again there was no answer and Fred closed his eyes and tried to focus his mind. His reaper abilities had never been this strong
before. Somehow something had changed in him somewhere between Three Lakes and this house. He could feel the ghost's
presence and her anger. No, anger wasn't the right word. Loss, heartbreak, separation, pain. Those were the right words. This
ghost was missing something. “Please talk to me. Maybe I can help you find what you've lost.”
“Wrong. All wrong.”
The voice startled him and his eyes snapped open. “What's wrong?”
“You are. All wrong. For her.”
55. The voice seemed to be behind him and he stood and turned looking for the source. “Her? Are you talking about Brooke or
someone else?”
“Wrong, wrong, wrong.”
“What's wrong with me? Why won't you let us leave Andrea?”
“You'll just have to go.”
He scanned the yard looking for any sign of the ghost. “Go where?”
57. He found himself hovering in empty space. The sensation of being shoved under water passed...
58. And he fell landing with a grunt on what felt to be a solid surface next to an extremely surprised Connor, who leapt at the surprise
appearance and stumbled backward over his own feet.
59. Fred pushed himself up slowly, “Ow, that hurt.”
“You're telling me.” Connor rubbed his sore tail bone.
60. He looked around him dazed by the sudden transition. “Where are we? Wait, Connor?!”
61. “We've been looking everywhere for you. Are you all right?”
“As fine as a sim can be after being trapped with no one to talk to or any kind of bathroom. How long have I been here?”
“Most of a day. Everyone heard you yell but we could find any sign of you. We even tried to leave the house to go get help and
couldn't. It seems we are all trapped.” Fred looked around them. “Is there anything here at all?”
“Nope. Just stars and this weird red squiggly line. I'm kinda glad to see you.”
“I'm pretty sure I won't be the only other to be sent here. That house is haunted by a ghost that is weeding out all the bad mates
for Brooke.”
“Mate? Dude, she's just a girl in our van pool to the airport. None of us signed a marriage contract.”
“I know, but for some reason the ghost said I was 'all wrong for her'. I assume she meant Brooke.”
62. “You can get us out of here, right? You pay attention to all this paranormal stuff.”
Fred shrugged. He knew that his other father was the Grim Reaper and that he could transverse between the afterlife and the
mortal plane easily. What he didn't know was if he was capable of the same thing. Also, where were they exactly? If this was the
afterlife it seemed a little underwhelming. “I have no idea.”
“That's not very reassuring.” Connor leaned a bit closer, “I'd stay out of that area over there. You might encounter something
unpleasant.”
“Eww!”
63. Back at the house...
“Fred?! Fred where are you?”
Berni groaned and stared up into the clouds. “Another one? What is this? The twilight zone?”
Will scanned the yard, “Fred?!”
Brooke felt her heart drop. She had just been out here talking to him and now he was gone. “It's my fault.”
64. Byte felt his anger rise at the unknown assailant. Whoever they are they were picking them off one at a time and that made him
feel helpless. An emotion he never enjoyed feeling. “It can't possibly be your fault Brooke. You were inside with all the rest of us.”
“I left him out here alone. I should have stayed.”
65. “You couldn't possibly have known this would happen. Don't beat yourself up over it.” Juno all the sudden felt very tired. He liked
Fred and Connor. “All we can hope is that wherever they are, they're not being hurt.” He sighed. “What do we do now?”
66. Brooke stared at the tomb. “Fred thought that we might be able to try and communicate with the ghost, find out what it wants.
Maybe if we can speak to it, it will let us all go.”
67. “And how do you suggest we do that?”
She shook her head, “I don't know.”
“I don't know about the rest of you, but I left my crystal ball and incense at home.”
Juno narrowed his eyes, “That's enough Byte. Sarcasm isn't going to help us.”
Byte started to snap back a reply but bit his tongue instead. Juno was right, they needed to stay level headed if they were going
to find a way out of this. “Okay. Why don't we head back inside and look for clues about who used to live here. Maybe that will
give us something to go on.” Everyone nodded and walked back towards the house, numb with the sense of helplessness their
current predicament caused.
68. Brooke hung back looking at the tomb thoughtfully and Jay stayed not wanting anyone to be alone after everything that had
happened.
“Are you okay?” It was the second time today that he had asked her that question.
“She sighed and closed her eyes. “What if it really is all my fault?”
“How do you mean?”
“Weird things happen in my adopted family. It's like they're cursed or something. Maybe, some of that bad luck rubbed off on
me.”
69. Jay considered the possibility “So... a ghost pulls you and seven others to a decrepit old house and holds you all hostage and
you think it's some kind of curse?”
“That could happen, right?”
He looked at her beautiful face that was full of doubt and confusion and smiled slightly, “Only in a bad movie. There has to be
something else. Maybe your family has an enemy, someone who wants you out of the way?”
70. She looked up into his face and the familiar sensations of attraction flooded her veins. Damn it! She shook her head to try and
clear her lust filled thoughts. He smells so good. Even in day old clothes.
71. Jay too felt the lusty pull of attraction. He couldn't help himself, he reached up to caress her cheek. Pausing only centimeters
away from her skin in case she rejected the contact. She didn't. “You are so pretty. If things were different...”
She nodded and reached up to press his hand to her face. “We'd be all over each other like rutting pigs.” She stepped back from
his caress her heart pounding in her chest. “Do you hate it as much as I do?”
Jay dropped his hand. “Sometimes I really do. That doesn't mean I wouldn't like to get to know you better, when this is all over.”
72. She nodded, “Maybe. I...” She was going to say that she hated the way he made he feel. That she detested the way her flesh
seem to develop it's own mind when around other romance sims. She had been there before and while it might have been fun for
a little while, the passion would soon fade leaving two people who really had nothing left in common in it's wake. It was possible
that it might be different with Jay, but how could you know? “Let's see how things go. It may be that by the time this is all over,
you might hate my guts.”
“I think that's pretty unlikely. But you're right, now is not the time for flirting. Let's see if we can go find some answers.”
They head for the back porch to join the others in their newest search for clues.
74. Brooke plated up a salad, “It seems our host only knows how to prepare three dishes.”
Juno stared at the jello dessert closely. “What are these things floating in here?”
“I think that's supposed to be fruit.”
He considered the idea that the food might be drugged as the “fruit” as Brooke named it looked suspiciously a bit like little
capsules suspended cherry flavored goo. Finally he shrugged, “If I'm gonna die it might as well be well fed.”
75. She and Byte were soon quickly joined by the others. “So did anyone find anything that could help?”
Juno swallowed quickly, “Some really old photos. I mean like Victorian era stuff. There were a few newer ones that look like they
were taken here in this house but there's no names or anything on them.”
Jay added, “The attic has dozens of boxes and trunks to go through. Mostly toys and old clothes. I'll have to go back up and keep
looking but it looks like most of the really personal stuff has been removed from the house.”
“I don't understand, why would someone take some things and leave all the rest. There some really valuable antiques in this
house.”
“Maybe the ghost wouldn't let them take everything.” Juno knew that ghosts could be really possessive of furniture
“Maybe.” Brooke picked at her salad, her mind trying to make sense of the puzzle. There was something that they were missing.
76. “All this searching is a waste of time. No ghost is gonna just let us walk away if it wants something.” Berni's scowl darkened the
table.
“That's the point Berni. We need to find out what she wants.”
“She? What makes you think it's a woman?”
Brooke pointed her fork back over her shoulder in the direction of the tomb, “The tomb outside belongs to a woman named
Andrea Hudson. It's a good guess that it's her ghost since there aren't any other tombs on the property.”
“I still say we have a better chance just finding a way out. Screw the ghost!”
77. Berni's attitude was wearing on Brooke's nerves. “William was almost killed when we tried to leave. It would be stupid to try that
again. So, unless you have some sort of actual idea to get us out of here, we're going to stick with Fred's idea. It's the safest.”
Berni snorted, “What makes you think Fred isn't in on all of this along with Morgan there?.” Jay looked up from his food with
alarm. “This could be some sort of plot to extort a ransom from all our families and the ghost shtick is just a ruse. Conner saw
something he shouldn't have and they stashed him somewhere.”
“Seriously? Jay said he wasn't involved and I believe him and Fred is way too nice to hurt anyone without a really good cause.”
“Where I come from money is a 'good cause'. Your family's rich ain't it?”
“Yes, but I don't...”
“And you green man, how well off are your folks?”
78. “Well, we don't hurt for anything.”
“So they could afford a ransom?”
“I suppose but I ...”
“And you, Red? Family well off?”
79. “Ah, yes.” Byte looked over at Jay, “I don't think you are on the right track Berni. Jay's a really nice guy.”
Jay looked up, “Thank you.”
“You're welcome. You're just being paranoid Bernardo. I think Fred is right, wherever he is.”
80. “If he's so nice then why does William here think Jay is trying to prevent him from hooking up with Brooke?”
Will looked up sharply at Brooke whose eyes had narrowed a bit. “I... We already discussed this. I did kind of think that Jay might
be involved before I was nearly electrocuted. Honest.” He looked at Jay, “All I said was that you were really pushy about Brooke
not being the right kind of girl for me and that you seemed to have a thing for her.”
81. Jay nodded, “I did do that. And it was inappropriate but unrelated to what is going on. If I offended you Will, I apologize.”
“Me too. I made a huge assumption.” Everyone chewed their food in silence for a while before Will continued. “Anyone have
anymore good ideas that don't involve kidnap plots?”
82. “I don't. All we can do is try to find a way to communicate with Andrea and hope that Fred and Connor are okay.”
The rest of the meal was spent quietly, everyone focused on their own thoughts and fears.
83. After helping to clear up the dishes, Will found Brooke staring absently out a window in the kitchen. “None of this is your fault
Brooke.”
“How can you be so sure of that? You don't know me at all.”
“I'd really like to though.”
“That's just your hormones talking. Jay's right about us romance sims being treacherous. We tend to hurt people we don't want
to.”
She couldn't see the crooked grin he gave her. “Still. You seem like someone I would enjoy spending time with. You like sports
and you're smart. We have a lot of things in common.”
84. She turned to face him. “I like you too. You're very handsome and I wouldn't mind getting to know you better as well. This just
isn't the time or place for it.”
“True. But on the other hand, if all this hadn't happened I would have ogled you on the way to the airport and gotten on my plane
never to see you again.” His grin grew into a full smile.
“I'm not the cheerleader type,” she warned.
“That's good. I've never gone for the cheerleader type. Too chipper.”
She broke into a small smile. “I've never dated a jock. They tend to be too vapid.”
85. “I can see that. We can't all be intelligent, charming and athletic.”
She laughed at his ego, “So...”
“Will you go out to dinner with me when we get out of this? If we get out of this.”
“I might consider it. Assuming you can live with my more lascivious whims.”
86. He took her hand and pulled it up to his lips. “I think I could live with it as long as you know that I am a little bit of the jealous
sort.” He kissed her hand and she laughed at the formal, almost archaic gesture. His green eyes danced with amusement at her
reaction. “I'm not willing to share my girls with anyone.”
“I'm not that kind of romance sim Will. But don't get too attached just yet. I only agreed to have dinner with you. Not get married.”
“Fair enough.” He kissed her hand again, sending chills down her spine. “Until later, my lady.” He turned and headed for the
parlor where Byte was playing darts. Brooke studied his frame as he walked away.
I couldn't find one good man at college and now it seems I've hit the jackpot. How much weirder can this week get?
87. Outside...
“Mmph! Juno!” She had wandered outside hoping to find anything that might help her contact their captor only to be quickly
grabbed by Juno in an overenthusiastic hug and kiss. “What are you doing?”
He released her and stepped back.
88. “What the hell?! Is there something in the water up here making you guys horny?”
89. “Sorry about the ambush. I just really, really wanted to kiss you before one of us disappears.”
She blinked. Juno was maybe the oddest of all of the men she was stuck here with. Always smiling, always happy. “You could
have asked first.”
“You might have said no. Honest, I'm not as creepy as that kiss might make me seem but I can't compete with William and Jay.
I'm green, have no nose and have a tendency to hug anything that moves. I'm not athletic, I'm not handsome or charming...”
“I disagree. You're actually quite charming. A little over enthusiastic maybe, but very sweet. Any girl would consider herself lucky
to be on your arm.”
“Really?” He considered the possibility that she was teasing.
“Really. But in the future I would suggest that you ask first before kissing someone you just met. It's a little weird otherwise.”
90. “What are you doing out here all by yourself?”
“I was looking at that tomb and thinking about some of those pictures I found. Is it possible that you might be related to the
Hudson family?”
“Me? I don't know. I was adopted and don't remember anything of my previous family. Why?”
“The shape of your nose and the color of your hair is very close to some of the women in the photos. It would explain a great
deal if this ghost thinks you are family and she did have a child according to the epitaph. Ghosts are possessive of things they
owned in life. Some of my ancestors have been haunting some of the beds in our home for generations. So it would make sense
that if this ghost feels you belong to her that she's pulled you here.”
“But why is she carrying some of us off?”
91. “I don't know. But I bet that if you try to talk to her she would tell you the truth.”
“So it is my fault.”
He frowned a little, “Not really. But if Fred's theory is right, you can fix it.”
92. As the day passed tensions in the house definitely increased. It was feeling of helplessness that attacked the group the most
leaving nerves raw and patience in short supply. It was Berni that was the first to crack.
“I can’t stand all this waiting around! We’ve got to do something!”
Jay frowned, “I think we are all up for any good suggestions Berni. What should we do? Hmm?”
“I don’t know. Maybe we should pop open that tomb and take a look inside. At the very least it would get the ghost to make an
appearance.”
93. Brooke looked at Bernardo shocked. “I can’t believe you are suggesting desecrating a grave. First, eww. And second, it’s just
wrong. Besides what would we find other than a decaying body?”
He looked down at his hands. The boredom and sense of helplessness had made him edgy. Plus, the tension in the house
between Brooke and the others was annoying. He didn’t find anything about her attractive at all. “I just want to leave!”
“Then leave you shall. My home has no room for a man like you!” The disembodied voice echoed through the hall for everyone
to hear.
94. Brooke and the others looked around confused by the voice. “Who are you! What do you want from us!,” she replied.
“Hush now baby. Mommy knows best. Baby should cover her eyes- this is going to be scary.”
They all looked around confused.
95. It happened so suddenly and before anyone could really react Berni had been dragged by his feet into the wall leaving a
momentary image of his torso being consumed by the wallpaper.
Jay lunged to grab ahold of Berni before he vanished but was milliseconds to slow.
“Rude little monsters get what they deserve!”
96. “Oh my god! Berni! Stop it, please! They’re my friends.” She scanned the house straining to hear some kind of response but there
was nothing to hear but the creaking of the aged floorboards in the hall and the stunned breathing of the five people who
remained within. “It is all my fault. She thinks she’s my mom.”
97. “Ahh! Help me!”
Fred and Connor who had been busy searching their strangely empty prison came running at the sound of a new voice echoing
through the area. “Whoa! Berni! What happened?,” Connor yelled.
“It attacked me! She called me a monster! Me!” He looked at their shocked faces, “What? What’s wrong? Did she mess with my
beautiful nose?!”
“Dude, you’re sticking halfway through a wall.”
“What?”
Fred nodded, “It’s true. Look.”
98. Bernardo looked down at his chest only to find the lower half of his body was still embedded in the nebulous fabric of the room.
He felt the panic start to rise, “Ahh! My legs! I can’t feel my legs!”
“Berni you need to calm down. We’ll help you get out.”
Connor raised an eyebrow and leaned closer to Fred, “Are you sure we can pull him out without pulling him in half?”
“What?!” That wasn’t what Berni needed to hear.
Fred put up a hand, “You’ll be fine. The strength needed to pull a sim body apart is extremely high. We could even come close to
that amount of force.”
99. “Just get me out of here!”
Fred and Connor each took an arm and pulled. At first there was no movement but after a few tries Berni’s legs slide free of the
field and he slumped to the floor.
100. His feet and other parts were slightly numb put all seemed to be still attached and functional.
“What happened?”
“The bitch jumped me from behind and pulled me through a wall. That’s what happened.”
“Did she say anything?”
“She called me a “rude little monster”, which I highly resent and she called herself Brooke’s “mommy”.”
Fred nodded, “I was right. This is about Brooke’s real family. I guess “Mommy” didn’t find you suitable for her daughter either.”
101. “Like I care. She wasn’t my type anyway. Way too uppity.” He rubbed his legs then held out his hands, “Help me up. I think I can
stand now.”
Fred and Connor took his hands and pulled his to a standing position.
102. Connor frowned and shook his head, “If the ghost is eliminating the less suitable guys for Brooke then why was I sent here first? I
hardly got a chance to know her and this… uh, Berni didn’t like her at all and he’s third to go.”
Fred shook his head, “I don’t know. I was just getting to know her myself. I guess we are here until it’s all sorted out.”
“We are going to get to leave, right?”
“That’s a good question. I have no idea.” Fred looked around at the unchanging scenery. If there was a way out it wasn’t an
obvious one.
103. Back in the house…
There was no point in searching for Bernardo. He wasn’t missing, he had been taken. Right in front of everyone’s eyes. Byte did
his best to hide his worries from the rest of the remaining group. He knew he was next.
Night fell and nervous habit led Byte to occupy his mind with the only thing that ever really made him comfortable when he was
stressed.
105. The others played cards or listened to Brooke play her violin. The haunting melody sang through the house as he worked making
him think that under different circumstances this house could be a very happy place.
106. In another place, he wondered, was it possible for Brooke to like someone like him? Maybe even fall in love with him? He could be
gentle and kind to the right person given the chance.
107. “I’m sorry Byte. She’s just not right for you.”
He paused. This time the voice was soft and gentle. “I’m next to go.”
“I’m afraid so, yes.”
He dropped the brush and sank to his knees.
108. He looked up at the ghostly image that hovered before him. “Did you kill Berni?”
“Of course not. I only hurt him a little.”
Byte closed his eyes and took a deep breath. “Are you going to let us all go when it’s over?”
The ghost arched a well groomed eyebrow, “I might consider it. Time to go.”
The was no sound to alert the others of Byte’s circumstance and in a flash…
109. The room was empty except for the ghostly image of Andrea Hudson.
Click
110. So ends part two of my little tale. The above picture is included because I really liked it. William really looks like he could kick
your butt.
It’s been a long break between updates for this I know but I’m finally moving forward again with this project. The final part
including the nuptials should be out in a few weeks now that my computer issues are fixed and my volunteer efforts have quieted
down some. Due to the software conversion the first 2/3’s of this presentation may have a slightly different appearance but I’m
now back to using MS PowerPoint which I like much more than Open Office.
Comments or suggestions are of course welcome and encouraged. I’m not the best writer and love the opportunity to improve.
Until next time- Thanks for reading and if you are thinking about adding a pet to your household, please adopt.