It was years later that Lestat admitted he’d been toying with the idea of turning Barney, giving her the Dark Gift, making her the possibly first vampire cat in existence. The thought had come to him as early as he had carried the ferocious little kitten in its box from the studio, which his band … Continue reading Barney (Epilogue)
"Louis! Louis? Lou?!" Lestat's voice boomed through the house on Rue Royale. He tried again when there was no reply. Still nothing. Where was he? Quite out of the ordinary, Lestat had awoken alone in Louis' coffin that evening. They spent most of their days there, enjoying the proximity of the other, needing the reassurance … Continue reading Barney (Chapter 11)
It was one of those sweltering New Orleans summer nights. The heat of the day still lingered, but the breeze that drifted through the open windows carried the essence of night-blooming flowers, their sweetness making the air more bearable. Louis was outstretched on the settee in the parlour, the book he was currently reading momentarily … Continue reading Barney (Chapter 10)
It was just past midnight when Louis found himself in a certain dimly lit area of New Orleans again. The usual hustle and bustle of the vibrant city was still audible but somehow muted in this side street. Only a few lamps illuminated the surroundings and only the occasional drunkard appeared who had lost their … Continue reading Barney (Interlude – Wendell)
It was the crashing sound of a pile of files that had lost its battle against gravity that made them freeze in action. They both looked down rather guiltily at the mess they had made when their combined hips had bumped into the desk they had completely forgotten even existed. When they looked up again, … Continue reading Barney (Chapter 9)
Louis and Lestat started the night hunting together. They chose one of Lestat’s favourite places, a saloon called “The Bayou’s End”, a grubby little place tucked away in the forgotten corners of the city. Once a grand old Creole cottage, it used to be a prosperous establishment, but time and neglect turned it into a … Continue reading Barney (Chapter 8)
They lay together on the soft mattress, pyjamas long forgotten in a heap on the floor. Face to face in the dim light, they revelled in the presence of the other, taking it all in.. Louis was the first to move, reaching out to map the contours of Lestat’s face - his fingertips gliding from … Continue reading Barney (Chapter 7)
Louis stood by the window watching his “paramour” as Cookie had called him and their pet play in the backyard. They seemed to have, temporarily at least, given up on the mouse and were now chasing each other. For his tiny legs, Barney was surprisingly fast and agile, even though he was still no match … Continue reading Barney (Chapter 6)
Louis watched in horror as the white van sped towards the cat. Everything seemed to be happening in slow motion and too quickly at the same time. His limbs reacted before his mind could form a coherent thought. With all the speed his vampire body could muster, he raced toward the tabby, seizing him mid-sprint. … Continue reading Barney (Chapter 5)
Louis turned his head away quickly. A whiff of cheap whiskey on the kid's breath hit his nostrils. "Not that," he said firmly. "Alright. No kissing. Gotcha." The kid cocked his head and looked at Louis enquiringly. "Tell me," he added, softly stroking Louis' hair with one hand. His other hand slid slowly down Louis' … Continue reading Barney (Chapter 4)
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