Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 44.6 — The Council of War

Ch. 44.6 -- “Count me in,” said a new voice. In came a small gnome wearing a cloak and a sword. “Butterfingers!” Ezra rushed over and gave his friend a hug. “What happened to you?” “Long story, but I’ve brought some friends.” They grinned at each other. To Janine’s surprise, a horde of armed gnomes…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 44.4 — A Promise to the Dragon

Ch. 44.4 – For a few moments the dragon said nothing. “Why should I believe you?” Felix spoke through his agony. “I’ve seen them: the sweetest little girl who thinks you are a hero. A prince who will become one of your dearest friends. A gnome who loves and admires you. A wizard and a witch…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 44.3 — Felix is Very Brave

Ch. 44.3 -- Felix hardly dared to breathe as he hung in the ether, watching the dragon. The brute had curled up on his treasure, his heart full of misery as tears dripped from his eyes. Why couldn’t Jay see what hung in the balance? Dragons were supposed to be wise. Ha. Felix’s heart pounded.…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 44.2 — Felix is Given a Challenge

Ch. 44.2 – The friends filled their bowls with hot vegetable stew and sat down at the kitchen table. A fire crackled in the fireplace, warming the room. As the others chatted, Janine ate silently. She was overwhelmed by everything that had happened. At last she looked up from her meal. “I should have died…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 43.6 — The Fair Princess

Ch. 43.6 -- Prince Ezra regarded Janine intently. “Troll.” “What?” Janine gasped and stepped back. “Sorry, not you. Your sister. Or rather, the one pretending to be your sister.” His voice was hoarse and scratchy. "We have to stop her." She stared at him in shock, speechless. He grinned and sat up. “Hello, Janine. All…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 43.1 — Felix to the Rescue

CH.43.1 -- Janine lay on the stone floor, staring up at the ceiling of the dragon’s cave. No matter how hard she fought the Grabbery vines, she couldn’t free herself. Without the fire, the hallway was frigid. Frost covered the walls of the silent cave. At first she shivered, and then gradually, she became numb.…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 41.5 — A Temper Tantrum

Ch. 41.5 -- Nothing happened. Zelda stared in surprise at the sleeping prince. Then she kissed him again. Janine watched in astonishment as again, nothing happened. “No,” said Zelda. “This is impossible. My kiss was guaranteed to work. He said it would work!” Zelda slapped Ezra, but he didn’t wake up. Then she took out…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 40.1 — Mr. Dumfries Gets an Unexpected Visitor

CH. 40.1 – Josiah T. Dumfries the Eleventh sat in his rocking chair and stared into the fireplace. He should have been happy. The wood crackled, the flames danced, and the room was warm and cozy. A mug of steaming tea sat on the side table. He was retired now, with a decent pension. His…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 39.5 — The Play Begins

Ch 39.5 -- Paul continued to bang on the door and threaten them. Then he stopped. Something snapped, sounding like a wooden board. Eli heard the sounds of crunching. He held his breath and looked at the others. After a moment he realized what it was: Paul had broken off a piece of the roof…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 38.1 — Meanwhile, Back at the Dragon Cave

CH. 38.1 -- For several months, Jay B. R. Wokky’s cave became the most popular spot in the kingdom. Many girls came to kiss the prince. They came by royal coach. They came in wagons. They came by dogsled. When the snow melted and spring began, they came by horseback and wagon and on foot. All…