TAGS: torture, violence WARNINGS: contains realistically described torture scenes and considerable violence Vodka Nineteenth century word from Russian, diminutive of voda … water Chapter 1 His hip was sore. It was a jagged pain that gnawed him, made him grit his teeth against the ache, the unaccustomed bite of razor-sharpness. He lay still, very very still, trying to focus, to recall. And as his head cleared, as the memories sorted…
The Secret Code
TAGS: violence, torture WARNINGS: contains some violence and torture Colonel Foster rushed into Miss Ealand’s office, knowing he was going to be late for his appointment and nearly collided with Ed Straker who stood just behind the entrance door. “Oh, I’m sorry, sir!” Foster stepped back and looked with a sheepish grin at his commander. “Sorry about steamrolling me or sorry about being too late?” Straker couldn’t restrain a slight…
WeeWeeChu
Javier and Xochitl Guerrero were techs extraordinary. They were also the exception that proves the rule. Married ten years when Col. Virginia Lake discovered and recruited them to SHADO, they were still married. While both were good Roman Catholics, they also understood that the mission precluded popping a baby a year, as did Xochitl’s health, so they had the three they were recruited with and busily adopted members of the…
Presents and Seduction
Dear Dr Jackson, I have a persistent problem that reoccurs every year at this time. It is a cause of great stress and I end up spending far too money in an attempt to solve the situation. I really need some advice, especially as the situation reoccurs at the end of December. (I HATE buying birthday and Christmas gifts for my husband. ) Can you perhaps tell me what sort…
Ed Straker Reads Your Stars
Commander Ed Straker to Colonel Virginia Lake: Colonel. I have noted, with some displeasure, your lack of participation in the SHADO monthly newsletter. I consider this publication to be a vital element in our work, providing much needed information to members of staff. As I am involved in several aspects of the December issue I have assigned the Star Sign page to you for this month. It is a relatively…
SHADO Marketing Department
SHADO MARKETING DEPARTMENT (A Subsidiary of Harlington-Straker Studios) are pleased to present their Christmas catalogue. Please note that all orders must be accompanied by your unique SHADO Identity number and will need to be verified through Voice Print Identification before any transaction can be authorised. SHADO Writing paper Ideal for all your ‘thank you’ letters. Heavy deckled paper 120gms weight, with the distinctive SHADO logo in the top corner. Sold…