Author's note: I will post this using the actual mainstream character names; I'll post a "guide" next chapter so the Journey fans don't get too confused.  All comments welcome---------------------------1 Month Prior, Kern Time    Aisling stood before the archway, staring into the dark.  She could feel it there, waiting, watching.  The archway was rough-hewn out of … Continue reading The Bloodied Land, part 1