Sunday Snippet: Justified

Finally over the ick of the flu and a cold on top of it. Feeling so much better and happy about that. Got a good catch up on work projects and I'm relieved to be back on track.

Had a decent week of television again. I caught another episode of The Brokenwood Mysteries and kind of missed Jared's presence. The episode ended up being pretty good and I enjoyed a twist I didn't quite see coming.

Watched both episodes of Silent Witness and actually remembered most of the plot line. Finished up season twelve and should get started on thirteen this week.

Caught two arcs of Classic Who. The first one didn't really thrill me but the second one ended up being better than I hoped. I'm liking the trio of companions.

Enjoyed two episodes of UFO Conspiracies. The first one had a series of stories about swarms of UFOs. The second had a series about footage caught on camera. Both were pretty interesting and I love seeing how military units in other countries handle sightings.

Ended up watching four episodes of The Muppet Show. Roger Miller, Roy Rogers and Dale Evans, Lynn Redgrave, and Cheryl Ladd were the guest stars. I loved the Lynn Redgrave episode and the Robin Hood enactment.

Started a new season of Prime Suspect. I have vague memories of this one and look forward to the second half when everything pretty much blows up for Tennison.

Caught the first episode of season five Peak Practice. Andrew is back and Will's significant other had their baby. Pretty good beginning to the new season.

Enjoyed another lesson of Master Class with LeVar Burton. He talked about his storytelling heroes and I appreciated the insight he gave.

Watched another Inside the Episodes: The Witcher. This one took a look at episode six where everything goes to hell for Geralt. Very cool to get some insight into how and why things happened the way they did.

Caught another London Live. This one featured Kelly Clarkson and I enjoyed the songs chosen. Still like Berlin Live better.

Enjoyed an episode of Star Trek: Discovery. Mudd returned and the repeating of the thirty minutes entertained me. Loved how many characters ended up being out of their comfort zone even if Burnham was the main focal point.

Watched another episode of Chicago Med. This one kind of gutted me and I loved it. So glad I'm finally getting to see all of this show. I've said that before, right?

Started the next season of Midsommer Murders. I've kind of been putting it off because it's only two episodes with a few more starting this month, I think. Loved the first episode. I've missed Winter's facial expressions so much.

That's pretty much it for television this week. Tonight's post is from Justified, a novella that got a start with a writing community prompt.

Here's the mini-blurb:

Electra Cage and Nix Naught shouldn't be together. She's firmly on the side of law and order and he's on whatever side pays the most. They justify their liaison when they discover a common enemy—one they'll need their unique skill sets to destroy.

And a preview snippet…

Nix proved hard to read, but her sixth sense didn't throw any red flags.

She backed away and nodded toward the exit. "Lead the way."

He reached out for her coat and draped it over her shoulders. "You cause quite the stir and I'd like to get out of here without incident."

She laughed and followed him into the chilly, frosty air outside. He grasped her hand and ducked into the alley between the bar and a pawn shop. Electra didn't fear for her safety but cringed at the assault on her senses. The stench of urine and vomit almost knocked her back. Her eyes watered and she took the lead, all but dragging Nix along until they cleared the alley. Fresher air and a gust of wind cleared her vision.

Nix stopped and gave her a funny look. "You don't blink twice in a bar full of drunk, horny men, but a dark alley lights a fire under your ass." He shook his head. "Makes it hard to get a grip on what makes you tick."

Electra probably owed him an explanation, but it would keep until he came clean first.

She lifted a shoulder. "Fear didn't send me running." She quirked her brow and changed the subject. "Which way?"

Nix narrowed his eyes but nodded to his right. "Halfway up the block. Come on."

Electra walked beside him, taking in the names of businesses—or former ones—and tilted her head to one side when he halted outside a walk-up entrance. He manipulated the lock—she didn't see any keys—and tugged the door open. A sign inside pointed up the stairs. The Path to Enlightenment Begins Here.

She tiled her head to one side. "Buddhist temple?" If so, Nix kept company with some interesting people.

Nix started upward. "Pagan, actually. The druid master is an old friend."

Yep. Interesting.

Electra made a low hum in her throat. "Is that why you don't need a key?"

His foot paused on the last step, a wry quirk to his lips. "Something like that." He continued on into the open space at the top of the stairs.

Electra followed him, mulling over this new bit of information.

I love this story so much. Electra and Nix are a fun duo to write and building their relationship gives me happy vibes even when they have a few angsty moments.

 

That's it for this week.

Cheers!

Skye