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Norton wasn’t sure exactly what to expect when Orpheus had summoned him to his quarters this time. Normally, these invitations meant another list of errands, or another set of obscure tasks dressed up in Orpheus’s maddeningly poetic instructions. The man seemed to be making sure he was wringing every last ounce of value out of what he paid Norton, that much was clear by now.
Admittedly, this time had felt different. Norton wasn’t stupid; he’d caught the implication the moment Orpheus’s voice dipped to that oddly low tone, meant to perfectly match the look in his eyes when he’d promised Norton he’d be “generously rewarded” after his last job. Norton could’ve seen what he was doing even if he’d been blind. A damned succubus in a suit, that’s what he was. Should’ve been warning enough.
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03 Apr 2026
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Mystery Work
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This is part of an ongoing challenge and will be revealed soon!
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24 Aug 2025
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Orpheus investigates the other manor attendees, finding special interest in a gruff prospector. With Campbell, will it turn into something more or flutter to nothing at all?
“I know you miss that composer,” Campbell’s rasp filled the quiet room after a moment of silent tension. “He left you high and dry.”
With apprehension and sudden fear, Orpheus’ face drained of any color it had once had. How did he know that—? How did he know of his and Kreiburg’s excursion? How could he possibly have guessed that without researching Orpheus himself in depth. The fact Norton brought up Kreiburg at all is a mystery— and it frightened him. The societal implications should he be blackmailed by the prospector. He had no doubt the other would do it for money. On the other hand, would someone really believe someone of his status over his own…? A small tidbit of relief sank through him however arrogant it may be.
“You just confirmed it for me,” hummed Norton with a condescending laugh. “Silence says it all. You’re too soft for someone coldhearted like Kreiburg or someone busy like me. But I can still fill that missing piece for you just fine.”
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16 Aug 2025
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“I don’t need anything more than this.”
“Norton, you’re exhausted, please sit on the bed.”
“Please, let me hold you.”
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A little sweetness can make a desperate man lose his damn mind.
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22 May 2025
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