Vain Pursuits

by THX 0477

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De Grave wound his way through the London streets as he did most nights, from one privileged diversion to the next. He rounded a corner, his thoughts and smile dancing in the flickering street light. A stealthy pair of boot-clad feet traced his steps with quick agility.

Checking his pocket watch de Grave shrugged and turned left, only half sure of his destination, yet entirely unaware of his traveling companion. Darting eyes marked his movements from within the shadows of a riding cloak. For every step he took, his pursuer took three, aware of everything the night might hold.

As the infamous London fog began to roll in off the Thames, the trail ran into a dead end. The Swank and Tower, a popular locale for brandy and cards, opened its doors and concealing arms to de Grave. As those doors shut, so ended the night’s chase.

Her amber eyes flaring, Betty Hughley pulled back her hood and in very unladylike fashion swore under her breath. Her quarry had retreated where she could not follow…a men’s club.

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Average Reader Rating: 5.0 stars out of 5

  1. Vain Pursuits

    thebetweenspace's Buddy Icon thebetweenspace

    Posted 7 days ago

    5.0 out of 5 stars

    I like that your contributions to the series always have a way of driving up the intrigue level another notch.

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    Ana Cristina's Buddy Icon Ana Cristina

    Posted 6 days ago

    5.0 out of 5 stars

    I was so wrapped up in wondering where de Grave was going and why he was being followed that the revelation that it was Betty who was following him was a pleasant shock. Great attention to detail here.
    I’ve continued the saga, this time bringing us back to Samantha’s bedroom. Feel free to jump in again whenever you want. I agree with tbs, you have a way of driving up the intrigue in this series! ;-)
    LoA

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    Dreamer's Buddy Icon Dreamer

    Posted 6 days ago

    I wonder what Betty’s after…
    Excellant contribution to the series.
    LoA

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