2011 January 22 |
Save the Last Dance for Me
Suraksha is relieved to return to Baton Rouge, fulfilling a contract with the (somewhat assiduous) king of St. Louis. She's less relieved when King Eacharn tries manipulating her and King Roy, his host. |
2011 January 24 |
No Need for the Rein
During private negotiations, after Roy has withdrawn, Sulochana is quite startled at some of King Eacharn's... negotiating methods. |
2011 February 06 |
He'll Walk Till He Finds Her
Sulochana verifies her suspicions regarding King Eacharn's desires, and is delightfully surprised by King Roy. |
2011 February 07 |
Whither Thou Goest
As the relationship deepens between the Lady Hetaera and the king of St. Louis, Sulochana cannot resist pausing long enough to ensure two young lovers are united -- despite formidable opposition! |
2011 February 09 |
And She Comes to His Hand
The engagement plan goes off without a hitch, as do Sulochana's plans for the visiting king -- at least until he reveals his ultimate plans for her. |
2011 February 12 |
But She's Not Really Tame
Despite his plans to make her his queen, Eacharn finds Sulochana still holds surprises for him. |
2011 February 15 |
Where the Light & the Darkness Divide
Eacharn takes Sulochana for a magical ride which turns out to be more than either of them expected. |
2011 February 20 |
The Clasp of This Union
The river-horse ends up willingly binding himself to the Hetaera both magically and emotionally, while she cautiously takes up the metaphorical reins he offers her. |
2011 March 01 |
Picnic in the Summertime
The negotiations begin, but are delayed by the distraction of a lovely picnic taking place nearby. |
2011 March 01 |
Catching More With Honey
After a fiery disagreement followed by apologies all around, Sulochana and Eacharn both have revelations about the other. |
2011 March 04 |
Prepping for the Hunt
Eacharn gives Suraksha some jumping lessons, and she realizes his feelings are much stronger than she'd initially thought. In return, she makes sure Tybalt looks absolutely splendid for the drag-hunt the next day. |
2011 March 05 |
Tallyho and Tribulations
The hunt is glorious! Even the hounds get into the spirit of things, rustling up quite a bit more than was planned for. |
2011 March 07 |
His Neck Clothed with Thunder
The bear returns, and Tybalt shows a side of himself which Sulochana has never seen before -- but Roy recognizes. |
2011 March 13 |
A Quick Wash and Brush-up
There is a pause for the riders as everyone sees to their horses, then cleans up and rests a bit before the planned after-hunt dinner. |
2011 March 14 |
In the Hall of a River King
Sulochana tests Eacharn's free will, and is relieved by the results. |
2011 March 18 |
Dinner & Dancing
Sulochana attends the casual post-Hunt dinner, enjoying herself thoroughly both there, and at the subsequent (and also very informal) after-dinner partying. |
2011 March 26 |
Don't Forget Who's Taking You Home
At the casual after-dinner dancing Roy and Sulochana have a remarkably pleasant time, despite several rather... pointed interruptions. |
2011 March 28 |
Twisting By the Pool
The royal group head out for a day-long boating trip and picnic; it starts calmly enough. |
2011 April 05 |
Look So Cute: Sunglasses, Bathing Suit
With a little advance planning, Sulochana ensures she and the two kings have a moment alone on the river. The ensuing swimming lesson is even nicer than she'd hoped for. |
2011 April 09 |
Sulochana & the Pirates
Dinner on the Proud Mary is interrupted by unexpected -- and very unwelcome -- visitors from the Warlord of Houston. |