Chapter 11 Somewhere under the sea and beyond your imagination is an adventure in fantasy. ©The Little Mermaid   The air in The Bar hung thick with the scent of woodsmoke and fear. The usual boisterous chatter of the patrons was replaced by hushed whispers and anxious glances. Leonard, a demon with eyes like   fire, paced nervously behind the bar, his wings flapping behind his back . He had received a message he couldn’t ignore. After trying to be a better demon if he could say so, Leo was watching after dark magic societies and keeping it in balance. This time some information about a dark cult was circling around and   his sources kept searching for the details. «It's a leviathan ,» he muttered, his voice barely a whisper. «He's been taken by the cult .» Nick, quite and kind owner of the bar, slammed his fist on the counter, his face hardening with anger. «The cult ! Those bastards we have read about?! What do they want with him ?» «They’re after...

  Chapter 10 The sphinx will always have to be looked after. © Zahi Hawass You are afraid of me, because I talk like a sphinx. © Charlotte Bronte   A sphinx with a sharp intellect and a penchant for art history, Noah Riddler found his interest in the world of supernatural creatures at a bar called On The Corner. Tucked away between the bustling corridors of the university, where Nick Lemongrass was studying, he crossed paths with him, the owner of the very bar that is now known as a haven for creatures of all kinds. It was because of this unique atmosphere that Noah visited The Bar On The Corner. Entering the mysterious door of the bar, Noah had never felt such a sense of acceptance, such a sense of belonging in his life. Sensing that he had witnessed something extraordinary, Noah could not resist the urge to share his newfound refuge with other supernatural beings in need of shelter. Over the next few days, Noah reached out to the supernatural beings he knew, ...

  Chapter 9 Be careful with this one (said Dina, bending down to greet the cat). All cats are half jinn, but I think she’s three quartes. ©   The air crackled with an energy that was both exciting and unsettling. It was the kind of energy that made Nick's senses hum, a potent blend of magic and desperation. The usual chatter of the patrons, a symphony of whispers, clicks, and the occasional rumble of a troll's belly, had been replaced with a tense silence. He stood behind the bar, his eyes darting across the dimly lit room, searching for the source of the disturbance. «You feel it too, don't you?» Harry said, his voice a low rumble like the tide rolling in. He leaned against the counter, his emerald green eyes, usually filled with mischievous glee, were narrowed in concern. Nick nodded, a knot forming in his stomach. «Something's wrong. Big time.» Leo, the demon, sauntered towards them, his grin a touch too wide, a touch too predatory. «You two feeling edg...

  Chapter 8 In a zombie apocalypse, I expect insane things to happen. © Chandler Riggs   On one enchanting moonlit night, under the watchful glow of the celestial luminary, a slow, staggering figure made its way into The Bar On The Corner. The individual's movements were marked by a distinct clumsiness and a peculiar lopsided gait that caught the attention of those present. This figure was none other than zombie Alfie Black, who had recently staged a daring escape from the clutches of scientists conducting mysterious experiments. Seeking a refuge amidst the unusual and supernatural inhabitants of the bar, Alfie yearned for a chance to start anew and leave behind the haunting memories of his past confinement. As Alfie awkwardly shuffled through the entrance, the inquisitive gazes of the bar's denizens turned towards him, piqued by the arrival of this unconventional newcomer. His pallid complexion, sunken eyes, and tattered attire bespoke of his unearthly origins, yet ...

  Chapter 7 Always be yourself, unless you can be a dragon… then always be a dragon! ©   The Bar On The Corner has a new resident, mysterious and deadly. Oscar Gold, a magnificent dragon with shiny golden scales, has escaped from a group of supernatural hunters who have been relentlessly pursuing him. Coming around the corner to the bar «On the Corner», Oscar cautiously approached it, his eyes searching in all directions in case of danger. He had heard rumors that this place was a lair for supernatural beings of all kinds; he was counting on its protection. Nick could not help but notice his discomfort. He walked toward him with a friendly smile. «Hello, Oscar. I'm Nick, the owner of the bar on the corner. You look like you're having a great time. How can we help you?» Oscar's voice was tinged with fear and gratitude. «I'm being hunted by a group of supernatural hunters who want to track me down and use my powers. I'm looking for a place to hide and get ...

  Chapter 6 Fairies are invisible and inaudible like angels, but their magic sparkles in nature. © Lynn Solland   Over time, The Bar On The Corner became a favorite haunt of supernatural creatures seeking solace in drink and companionship. Thomas Lewis, a fairy adorned with glistening wings and a bashful smile, found himself among them, yearning for a sense of belonging. Despite harboring a wellspring of miracles and artistic passion within him, Thomas had struggled to conceal his true nature for the past two years. Yearning to express his creativity as an artist or designer, Thomas found himself thwarted by societal rejection, leading him to withdraw into a life of seclusion and anonymity. Engaging in minor online work and weekly shopping outings for necessary supplies, Thomas's days were imbued with a weary sense of resignation. However, from the moment Thomas crossed the threshold of The Bar On The Corner, he was enveloped in a sense of awe, captivated by the intr...