Haly Circus Novels & Stories

One should speak and act in a more cautious manner, whoever it may be—whether a human being, a woman, or even a woman in a large family. Mrs. Lilian said, “You are a local in Holtbay City. You should have heard of Cirrus Embroidery, right?” Hailey’s heart skipped a beat. It seemed like she had accidentally made the right guess. “I have heard of it,” Hailey responded carefully.

" Billy muttered as the customers stared at her. She walked over to the counter and washed her hands in the sink after she had placed the tickets on the counter. "That was brave of you, I would not have done that for a million bucks" Hazel spoke as she scoffed. "Easy for you to say" Billy picked one of the tickets and read through it. "Halloween show by 9 PM? Come with your favorite Halloween costume and a partner!" He laughed and turned the back of the ticket. "But, are the skulls on the ticket necessary?"

The bar was located near the San Juan spaceport and catered to a wide variety of clientele. Smoke floated above the tables like neon clouds. There were patrons, plenty of them, including a group of cloned spacers, a pair of spindly Dwellers, something in a hab tank and some Cux legionnaires. Dancers, most of whom were humans, writhed within special designed holograms. The music, much of which was alien, throbbed within carefully engineered "sound cells".

“Your scent isn’t from around here. And I can’t smell your pack.” “Well,” Hazel said, “maybe that’s because I don’t HAVE a pack. Maybe I was raised by—uh—by rabbits! Yes! A wild rabbit pack! Raised me as their own! I was the fastest digger, the greatest carrot thief! They called me ‘Hops-a-lot’!” The second guard burst out laughing. The first guard groaned, rubbing his temples. “I swear to the Moon Goddess, if you say one more ridiculous thing—” “Okay, fine!” Hazel threw her hands up. “I was adopted by a band of traveling circus performers! That’s why I smell weird. Have you ever been near a fire juggler? Very smokey. Hard to wash out.”

Not that I wasn't grateful for Hailey’s attempt to lift my spirits. "I don’t know," I murmured, glancing at the carnival's lively scene. "It's just... a lot." Hailey linked arms with me, pulling me gently towards the entrance. "Exactly why you need this," she declared. "A night of distractions and pure fun!" With a sigh, I relented, allowing herself to be drawn into the vibrant chaos of the carnival. Popcorn scents wafted through the air, and laughter mingled with the music. Hailey led me past game booths and food stalls, weaving through clusters of friends and families caught up in the holiday cheer.

Wouldn't put it past the mob boss to leave the rest of them behind if it meant getting his own tail out of the fire. "Hello?" Hades didn't see anyone as he got closer to the tents. But there were more spaces marked out with tent stakes than there were tents up. It seemed like the circus was just getting started. They were nowhere near ready to put on a show. "If you are looking to buy tickets, you are two days early, pal." A very very short Grey-fur didn't look up from where he was polishing seats. "If you are looking to be a carney, head over to the purple wagon. You could be hired within the hour."

There’s no point in arguing because, as annoying as it is, I love Mikhail too, and I’d worry if something were to happen to him. Almost as soon as I disconnect the call, Azazel’s text appears. “What’s a Halo?” Jules asks. I reply distractedly as I read the text. “A Halo is a vampire coven. Unlike humans, vampires have a social hierarchy. The Halo provides vampires shelter, blood, and opportunities to earn money. It also makes them feel protected. My brother, Tristan, is the master of the Halo I work for.” “Your brother?” She quirks a questioning brow. “I thought you only had three brothers, Mikhail, Kell, and Carrick.”

I'm trying so hard to breathe. " Sorry Hazel, you just, too sweet, glad I tasted you, you can eat now " He is laughing while wiping under my chin, I'm looking around me to find any exit to run. I'm kidnapped, I don't feel safe being here. Umera please find me. " Allow me to introduce myself " He suddenly said stand to move around. I feel him behind me. " I'm lord Spencer Carnival, I've circus in every city you can imagine, I adore circus, I love entertainment things "

Haley said from behind all of them, wearing tactical boots that were two sizes too big, a stolen Void Kindred combat vest, and carrying a backpack stuffed with energy bars, three water bottles, and inexplicably, a harmonica. "Haley, you're the potential Anchor," Jack said. "You're the most important person in this operation. You should stay—" "If I'm the Anchor, then I need to be at the egg. That's where the cradle is. That's where the calibration happens." Haley crossed her arms with surprising firmness. "Also, last time you left me in the building, an ancient void-entity tried to tune my brain like a radio. I'd rather be where I can see the problem coming."

Lucifer thundered his fingers and disappeared. The circus freaks approached Jonah, and almost everyone began to congratulate him at the same time. They were really happy to have a new member of the circus. Jonas felt a little uncomfortable seeing himself surrounded by so many people, who appreciated his presence. He never imagined he would find himself in such a situation. When he was most distracted by all the attention he received, he felt something touching his leg.