Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 49.3 — The Troll

Ch. 49.3 –  Mary and Queen Natalie were supposed to stay hidden in the woods, guarded by Mr. Dumfries and Bernie. That was the plan. They weren’t anywhere near the battle. They should have been safe. Unfortunately, they hadn’t counted on the lone troll who came crashing through the forest straight at them. Queen Natalie stood…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 47.6 — At the City Gates

Ch. 47.6 -- A drizzle began. By the time Mr. Dumfries reached the city gates, his cloak was beaded with drops. The two guards, who had been drinking and playing cards at a table under the eaves by the gates, stood up with sneers on their faces. “Well, well, if it isn’t old Gramps,” said…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 43.3 — Mr. Dumfries and the Magic Scissors

Ch. 43.3 -- After what seemed like hours, Janine heard the front door open and close. A white-bearded man leaned over and peered at her through his spectacles. “Hello there, Janine.” She blinked back her tears. “I’m so glad to see you, Mr. Dumfries.” “Felix was very insistent. Seems this cat has developed a fondness…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 40.2 — The Call to Arms

Ch. 40.2 -- Felix spat. “Nonsense. Your family wants you to believe that you're too old, but it’s not true. Don’t you remember the stories from your childhood, and what were you promised on your name day?” Mr. Dumfries scratched his chest and frowned. “Sorry, I can barely remember my name nowadays.” The cat hissed…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 22.1 — Janine Catches a Ride with Mr. Dumfries

Ch. 22.1 -- It didn’t take Janine long to catch up to the postman. “Hi, Mr. Dumfries, could I get a ride with you?” The old man was delighted to have company and invited her to sit on the cart with him. He had many tales to tell her, but the story that was most…