Pocket Watch Witches Ep. 14

Jim “You’ve never played Illusions?” Lyle asked me. “Jim studied overseas,” Dimitri said before I’d even processed the question. I knew better than to contradict him. “We’ll grab the watch, and I’ll explain the rules to him.” “Ask Gwen to send another round while you’re up there,” Lyle said. He and Virginia didn’t question his…

Pocket Watch Witches Ep. 13

Dimitri I couldn’t suppress my smile on my last day working for Shaw’s Factory. Everything was going right. Greg kept his distance. I’d finished Daniel’s order. And I’d invited Jim to join my plans for the night. Lyle and Virginia insisted on taking me out to celebrate after work. They’d both pay off their contracts…

Pocket Watch Witches Ep. 12

Jim  “I’m certain I warned you off of Dimitri, Greg,” I said. I didn’t believe for a second that he coincidentally exited right behind Dimitri.  “I haven’t bothered him,” Greg said.  “And it’s going to stay that way,” I said. “You’re expected at the warehouse. Hurry along.”  Greg walked away, muttering something about comeuppance. He…

Pocket Watch Witches Ep. 10

Jim Dimitri didn’t let up until he’d cast a passable concealment spell. My stomach embarrassed me, rumbling loudly enough that Dimitri stopped his next attempt. Hunger crept little by little while we practiced. I enjoyed Dimitri’s enthusiasm so much that I pushed it down and kept brainstorming instead of speaking up. I didn’t want to…