Sunday Snippet: Zipped Lips

Welcome to spooky month! October is one of my favorite months, even if it means holiday season is hiding around the corner. So far, we've had some fall-like weather and that's making me very joyful right now.

Had a semi-decent viewing week. Work projects are ongoing and I needed some quiet time to focus on those. But I made a full circuit of my standard streaming schedule.

Once again, Ted Lasso delivered a full-on episode. I'm nervously awaiting the moment when Rebecca reveals why she really hired Ted and dying to see the fallout. Keeley rules at being a mess but not staying that way. I love how she's absolutely not afraid of Rebecca because it never occurred to her to be so. This show. It's so good.

I tried to watch the behind the scenes feature for Brokenwood Mysteries but couldn't seem to get it to play. I'll try again this week.

Started a new show and watched the first episode of Suspects. So far, I'm hooked. I enjoyed the characters and watching the case unfold.

Finished up the second half of Silent Witness and liked the twist the episode took. I kind of thought I had the right killer but the history part I didn't quite see coming.

Caught another episode of Classic Who. I'm ready for the Doctor's reunion with Leftbridge-Stewart. I'll be disappointed if it doesn't happen in the next installment.

Watched another episode of Strangest Things. This one featured the enigma machine and delved into the history of how the encryption finally got cracked.

Finished the first season of The Book of Boba Fett and I have to say, I ended up loving this show! I hope there's another season.

Enjoyed another episode of Only Murders in the Building. What a mess Oliver and Mabel got into. I can't wait to see what happens next!

Started season nine of Peak Practice. Gotta say Andrew kind of annoys me when he darts off to figure himself out. I guess it's something of a character trait with him. Loved how Joanna and Sam held the line and got through the ordeal of having their patients down with an unknown virus.

Caught another MasterClass lesson with Roxane Gay. She focused on getting published and what to expect from the traditional side of publishing and also delved a little into the small, independent presses and self-publishing. Good information.

The Umbrella Academy had a stellar episode. Pieces are falling into place and plots mixed with subplots are popping up. Allison's concern about Leonard is definitely warranted and I'm very interested in what Vanya's power is. I loved the interactions with Five and Luthor and Klaus and Diego and, of course, the standoff with ChiChi and Hazel ended up being terrific. This show is amazing.

Started season three of Star Trek: Discovery. Gotta say I'm kind of blown away. Can't wait to have Michael back with her crew and hopefully with the addition of a few more members. Excellent premiere!

Finished off the week with Batman: The Animated Series and got another episode without a feature rogue's gallery villain. I really enjoy the slice of life ones.

I'm also in the midst of watching more Resisting Roots, a Passionflix original. I might have it finished up this week, but I won't make any promises.

That's it for the life update this week. Tonight's post is from Zipped Lips, a sexy short story that got a start with a writing community prompt.

Here's the mini-blurb:

Details of intimate encounters are spilled during a rousing card game and recent hookups are brought to light, but Keavy Smart and Gresham Young have the best secret—trying to keep quiet is half the fun and zipped lips means none of the crew is the wiser.

And a sneaky peek…

 

Keavy stumbled into the rec area the next morning. "Why is the good coffee in here and not the mess?" After pouring a large mug, she turned to find Gresh cleaning up the mess from the previous night.

Taking a large, bracing gulp of the life-giving brew, she set the cup aside and went to assist him, grabbing a broom on the way.

He dragged the trash can around the table, scooping napkins and snack containers into the bin. Glancing up, he lifted in chin in greeting.

Keavy pulled two chairs out and shoved the broom under the table. "I'm sorry I kind of left you hanging last night." She paused a moment. "How bad did it get?" Knowing the players, she had no doubt they kept the attack going.

Gresh snorted. "Could've been worse. I only stayed for two more hands." He put the trash can back along the wall and started gathering the glasses. "They were sorely disappointed that I didn't provide any planet-shattering secrets about my sex life." He rolled his eyes and went to grab a washcloth from the sink.

Keavy's lips twitched. "Unlike Mark, Lara, and Masha. I mean, who saw that coming?" Certainly not her.

Then again, she didn't begrudge the trio or anything. In fact, she'd own being just a bit jealous. Sometimes having a healthy fantasy life really got in the way of what reality offered. She didn't want to settle for anything less than what her imagination conjured. Didn't help that her fantasy man stood less than three feet away.

Sweeping the litter from the floor into a dustpan, Keavy made a quick decision to test the waters. "Weird how we're the only two who got called out for not being loud." She dumped the trash in the bin. "Do you have a super-secret hookup spot? Or, unless I miss my guess, you really aren't hooking up with anyone right now?" Sort of like her at the moment.

She'd be thrilled if he didn't have a regular outlet. Not that he'd be short on supply. Women and men talked about him.

This is a fun romp to write. I love the vibe between Keavy and Gresh and seeing where that's going to take them.

 

That's it for this week. Catch everyone on the flipside.

ML Skye