Sunday Snippet: Reality Bytes

April 21, 2019

To all who celebrate Easter, I hope it's a good holiday. Another weird weather week in Ohio. I know, big shock, right? Actually turned on the AC one day because the house was stuffy and humid. The next day, I turned it off because the temperature dropped thirty degrees again. Needless to say, it's a combination of AC and furnace for the next few weeks.

Decent television week. I did get to finish Ms. Fisher's Modern Murder Mysteries and it was… soooo good. I'll finish up the other three episodes, but I'm pretty sure I'd like to see more. Here's hoping they'll do another season.

Caught another episode of Painkiller Jane and it's one I remembered from the original run. I'll admit I was disappointed there weren't more episodes even though fandom in general thought the show fared poorly against the source material.

Watched another episode of Underbelly: Razor and, yeah, the women are starting to feel the burn from the law. I wanted to empathize with Tillie but couldn't quite get there. She's just not drawing my sympathy and I can't really explain why. Kate, though, I kind of sympathize with. Nellie… is Nellie. Not quite sure what I feel for her plight.

Finished up Midsomer Murders and enjoyed the rest of the episode. I'm almost through the fourteenth series and I'm still liking the show. There's never a shortage of interesting little bits worked into the stories.

Roswell, New Mexico… the penultimate episode. Holy crap. So much happened. Questions were answered but a ton of new ones popped up from those answers. I really need another season because there's no way it can have a satisfying end with only one more episode to go. I need to know how Maria's mom fits into the situation at Caufield, if she even does, or at the very least, I need to know why she's so scrambled. And, dammit, I need Maria to know what's going on and put her two cents in. I dipped my toe into the fandom waters and, yeah, I'll probably steer clear. I love the potential interactions with everyone, including Alex, Michael, and Maria. While I'm not a full-on fan of triangles, I do like messy and awkward feelings that have to be resolved somehow. I also love how many different definitions of family there is to wade through on the show. The kind of big thing I'm dreading is a possible death in the last episode. I've got a gut feeling of who it might be and I’m not ready for it.

Also, I'm sad to see Jenna go, if she really does. Here's hoping she might make her way back in the future. The interactions between Jenna and Liz were so damn good, as in there was awkwardness but none of the bitchy-girl, fur-flying stuff that's so lame. Kudos for that!

Caught two more episodes of Peter Gunn and both were ones I hadn't seen. Pete and Edie remind me of Nick and Nora. Weird, I know. I think it's a vibe thing. Nora totally had Nick's number and I think Edie is the same way with Peter.

Watched episode four of Blade. Nice to come back to this after a long hiatus. I'm looking forward to more one season wonders on the CW Seed app.

Caught Strike Back and loved so much about this episode. Nice to have Zarkova back among the group. So cool to see Chetri pretty much rescue herself. And Alexander ending up in Moscow was better than expected. Wyatt and Novin are never boring and Mac needs to keep his choose better times to get sexed up. That's a lot of information to pack into a one-hour nutshell.

Watched the beginning of the next arc of Classic Who. This one is about the time meddler and I'm interested to see where it goes. Got a surprise when the guy from the Dalek episodes showed up. Didn't see that coming.

Caught a majorly great episode of Chicago Fire. Watching the women deal with the terrible accident in Indiana while the guys held a chili cook-off worked really well. The fact that the doom and gloom crew won—and one of the members is the dude from the Sonic commercials—kind of made my day.

Also started an episode of Iron Fist and it's full of Misty right now so I'm loving the hell out of it. Just saying.

That's it for television this week. Tonight's post is from Reality Bytes, a sexy short that started with a writing community prompt of "reality show; characters are the cohosts". I wanted to have fun with the idea and well…

Here's the mini-blurb:

Libby Cowl and Bourne Levison, on-air hosts for the web series, Reality Bytes, snark and snap at each other on screen. But when the cameras aren't rolling, they're all about the hot and sexy, something their producer is not happy about.

And a snippety peek…

Libby finished her last bite of food and settled back against the pillows. "That hit the spot." The popcorn chicken and jojos couldn't be considered their usual fare but held up pretty well in her bed.

Bourne quirked an eyebrow. "Yeah, it did. And the view can't be beat." He ogled her from his spot at the foot of the mattress. "Can't say I've ever had a naked dining partner before."

Libby tilted her head to one side. "You're not complaining, are you?" From that state of his erection, she'd guess not.

Bourne barked out a laugh. "Hell, no." He pointed to his groin. "As you can see, I love the way your kinky brain works." Lifting the tray separating them, he set it aside. "What gave you the idea?"

Libby shrugged. "Since we're on the down low, I wanted to do something just for us." She grabbed his hand and tugged him up to sit beside her. "Naked dinner in bed seemed like fun." And it had been, heightening the sensuality they shared.

Bourne turned and braced his arms on either side of her. "It was." He scooted closer. "And it saves time. I've got you right where I want you." He leaned in and trailed kisses along her shoulder.

A familiar desire took hold of Libby. Bourne turned her on more than anyone else. She'd pretty much hit the jackpot with him.

Wrapping her arms around his neck, she wriggled down, hauling him with her. "Funny… I was thinking the same thing." Her lips caught his and her tongue slid inside his mouth to explore.

Bourne groaned and shifted his position, settling between her legs. "I love it when we're so in sync." His hard shaft teased at her core.

Libby rocked her hips, letting her wet folds slide along his length. "Mmm. What am I thinking now?" Her skin tingled with awareness, the rough scrape of his stubble making her hot.

Bourne slanted his mouth over hers, mumbling, "That you want my big dick buried deep." He flexed his ass, letting his cock nudge inside her pussy.

She smiled against his lips. "You know me so well." She flicked her tongue out, catching his lower lip. "Don't make me wait."

Bourne kissed her and moved forward, driving his shaft with a smooth thrust. Libby moaned, always loving the first penetration. Bourne filled her physically and engaged her emotions, something she craved more of. She wanted to go public with their status, but they couldn't. Not yet.

Maybe if they committed on a deeper level instead of skulking around all the time, she'd push for more. Les could blow a gasket or not. If Bourne gave her the go, she'd announce their first official date on the air.

Bourne kicked up his pace and Libby pushed everything else aside, homing in on the exquisite friction and heat he generated with his staccato thrusts. Her hands gripped his ass, urging him on.

She'd enjoy these stolen moments with him instead of wishing for more.

I really am having a great time writing Libby and Bourne. I loved the prompt and had the first scene pop into my head almost fully formed.

That's it for this week. Happy reading!

Skylin

Sunday Snippet: Reality Bytes

I hope everyone survived the crazy sales if you ventured out. Me? I stay home and avoid the insane traffic, surly moods, and disappointment. LOL

Thoroughly enjoyed the premiere of The Librarians. I love this show. The Walking Dead had a solid episode. Love the interactions with the Hilltop people and Maggie and Sasha are terrific.

Gotham is truly coming into its own this season. I'm thrilled the show finally found it footing.

I'm so excited for the crossover episodes with Supergirl, The Flash, Arrow, and Legends of Tomorrow. It's going to be a fun week!

I started my Great Holiday Show Binge Watch. JAG started the marathon and Doctor Who is up next.

That's it for television this week. Tonight's post is from Reality Bytes, a sexy short built on the prompt of write about a reality show where your main characters are cohosts. I decided mine needed off the charts chemistry the producer doesn't want to mess with.

Here's the mini-blurb:

Libby Cowl and Bourne Levison, on-air hosts for the web series, Reality Bytes, snark and snap at each other on screen. But when the cameras aren't rolling, they're all about the hot and sexy, something their producer is not happy about.

And a snippety peek…

Bourne surfed until the sun started setting into the horizon. He loved the waves, the water, and the chill vibe he always achieved when he spent the day in the ocean. But he also had a previous engagement he needed to get to.

Stowing his board in the back of his truck, he showered off the salt and sand then slid behind the wheel. Windows down, he dried off before he arrived at his destination. He found a secluded parking spot, munched on some trail mix, and waited for twilight to turn to dusk.

The subterfuge never bothered him. He rather enjoyed getting his secret agent game on. Especially when it proved his pretty face had nothing on his higher thinking skills.

Yanking on a shirt, he exited the truck and made his way to the back patio of a quaint bungalow. He entered through the sliding door, dropping his overnight bag on the floor. The aroma of takeout Asian wafted toward him from the kitchen.

He smiled. "Libby! I'm home." His best imitation of Desi usually hit the mark.

Libby poked her head around the jamb of the bedroom. "Bourne…" Her gaze did a slow once-over. "You're a little overdressed." She exited, crossing the small hall into the kitchen, giving him a breathtaking view of her nude body.

He tugged his shirt over his head and dropped his shorts.

She gave him a sly grin before retrieving the cartons of food and going back the way she came. "Come and get it while it's hot." A trill of laughter echoed from the bedroom.

His dick already half hard, he muttered, "Can't beat hot food and a hotter woman." Making a beeline for the boho chic of her private sanctuary, he thanked whatever ruled the universe for putting Libby Cowl in the anchor chair next to his.

This one is so much fun! Hope you enjoyed the preview.

That's it for this week. Happy reading!

Skylin

Sunday Snippet: Reality Bytes

Hello!

Okay, finally got semi-caught up on Haven. Also still current on Sons of Anarchy. I can only say, wow, it hurts to watch both. LOL

I'm behind on some of my other faves. Agents of SHEILD and Sleepy Hollow being two, and I haven't been able to catch Gotham yet either. Sometimes working seven days a week is a huge pain. J

Tonight's post is from Reality Bytes, a short story that has my main characters playing the role of snarky enemies by day but steamy lovers by night.

Here's the tagline:

Libby Cowl and Bourne Levison, on air hosts for the web series, Reality Bytes, snark and snap at each other on screen. But when the cameras aren't rolling, they're all about the hot and sexy, something their producer is not happy about.

And a snippety peek…

Libby twirled her hair around her finger. "And that's why women should rule the universe."

Bourne snorted. "Yeah, because they're sooooo good at busting down doors to get where they need to be."

Libby let a slow smile spread across her face. "Bourne, honey, a woman wouldn't bust a door down. She'd simply turn the knob and go right on in."

"And cut!"

Libby laughed. "Oh my. That's gonna get the comment section frothing at the mouth."

Bourne smirked. "I hate it when you get the last word." He glanced at Les. "Tell me, I have the final line for tomorrow's program."

Les chuckled. "You'll find out when you show up in the morning."

Bourne groaned. "I'll ad lib if I have to, Les." He got up and shot Libby a sideways glance. "And you will keep your mouth closed." He walked off the small dais and removed his gear after loosening his tie.

Libby snickered, loving his attire. "You know, Bourne, the whole board shorts down below with the shirt and tie on top is a good look for you."

He shrugged out of his jacket and unbuttoned the shirt. "When you shoot less than twenty minutes from the beach, it saves time." He handed the clothing to the PA and walked over to grab his longboard. "And the waves are calling." He gave Libby a mock salute and exited the small soundstage.

Libby tilted her head to the side, watching him leave.

Les snapped his fingers to get her attention. "Stop it, Lib. You know how I feel about you making out with Bourne in your head."

She rolled her eyes. "No one would care if Bourne and I got naked and danced on the roof together, Les. Well, no one except you."

He dropped down into the chair beside her. "Uh uh. You two have a great rivalry, with the bickering bantery back and forth. Hooking up would be disastrous for you two… and the show."

Libby shrugged. "Whatever you say, Les. You're the producer."

Wouldn't he be shocked to find out she and Bourne could prove him so very wrong.

LOL. I love this duo. J

That's it for this week. Happy reading!

Skylin