Jay B. R. Wokky – Epilogue or What Happened Afterwards

Epilogue -- Life was filled with much joy after that. Matthew was a much better person after his experience as a pig, and he became known as a wise and merciful king. His reign was noted for its peace. He and Ella had three more children, and they invited all the extended family and their friends…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 50.9 — The Beginning of Happily Ever After

Ch. 50.9 – Ezra and Janine walked towards the second story balcony where King Matthew had just given his speech. His arm was around his wife, and his other hand rested on his little son's shoulder. Beside them stood Queen Natalie, tall and regal, dressed in black. The crowds cheered, waving ribbons and handkerchiefs, and…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 46.2 — Rescue

Ch. 46.2 – Miss Pringle walked between the four enormous guards. Her heart was full of misery. She expected to be thrown in prison, or even executed. All her life’s work would be for naught. The night was dark, lit only by the stars and the street lamps. The air was heavy, the silence oppressive. Suddenly,…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 46.1 — Miss Pringle gets some Unwelcome Visitors

CH.46.1 –  Miss Lettie Pringle had swept, dusted the shelves and tables, tidied up the trays of movable type, and was about to turn out the lights of the Nosey News office, when someone began to pound on the door. Lettie glanced nervously around her. No one ever came by this time of night. Her…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 43.5 — Sleeping Beauty

Ch. 43.5 – Tired and discouraged, Janine went back to Ezra’s room and sat down beside him. She took his ice-cold hand in hers. His face was very pale, but he was still breathing. Janine added another quilt and tucked it around him. There was nothing left to do. Ezra was going to die. She…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 43.4 — What Janine Found in Fritter’s Room

CH. 43.4 -- Janine entered Fritter’s room, feeling as if she were trespassing. Fritter was a very private gnome. The small bed was neatly made. The walls were covered in shelving crowded with boxes, bags, books, and jars. Glowing transparent balls near the ceiling lit the room with a cozy light. Janine opened Fritter’s satchel…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 42.5 — Eli’s Last Wish

Ch 42.5 – Zelda sneered at Eli. “Does it matter? Since the day she was stolen away, her name has been Mole.” She continued to search her bag. Eli was furious. He leaped to his feet and tackled Zelda, sending her sprawling and the glowing ball rolling down the passageway. With his hands bound, he could…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 42.4 — The Truth about Mole

CH 42.4 -- They ran for another hour. Without warning Zelda sat down. Eli and the girl collapsed to the ground, breathing heavily. Zelda began to rummage through her knapsack. She took out a ball and shook it. “Wake up, bug face. I need some light.” From within the ball, a faint glow revealed a…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 42.3 — Mole

Ch 42.3 -- Zelda curtsied to the troll prince. “Of course, Sire. And by the way, I require a maid servant.” “What happened to the last one?” “She met with an unfortunate accident. But she was delicious.” Zelda giggled. Horror swept through Eli. The troll prince grabbed Zelda by the collar, yanked her off her…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 42.2 — The Mountain Prince

Ch. 42.2 – Eli hung from Zelda’s back, dizzy and nauseated. The stench in the cave slid into his nostrils like thick mucus. He gagged. After the bone-deep cold, the heat from the roaring fires was almost unbearable. All around him were the sounds of hammering and pounding on stone, cracking of whips, harsh commands…