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Hi, My name is Kat and I feel like I should make something clear. I am no expert on magic and there’s no reason why I should be. Us humans only discovered that magic exists a few years ago and really it wasn’t the big deal you would expect. it exists, I don’t have any magic of my own so it makes no difference to my life.
So when I get asked to play tour guide for a stupidly handsome fae as he attempts to capture some escaped criminals I realise that the fae know about as much about us as we do about them. I find myself helping him navigate weird human things like mobile phones, credit cards and why we wait at red lights when there are no cars approaching.
It’s safe to say that I’m a little overwhelmed by it all.
But it will be fine, right? I mean, It’s not like I’m the one facing down criminals or, even worse… Crazy fae fangirls. All I have to do is show the hot guy around and do my best not to embarrass myself too much in the process. What could go wrong?
Wish me luck!
Rule 15- Never underestimate the power of a well- timed eye roll or a shared sense of humour when dealing with workplace absurdities. Ashton looks really out of place in the unnatural lighting of the store. I’m not sure if it’s because he isn’t wearing shoes or because he looks like he should be in … Read More “A Human’s Guide to Surviving Magical Mishaps by Kit Bryan Chapter 15” »
Rule 14- Treat red lights like unexpected dance breaks in your epic carpool karaoke performance. I shove half the cash into my purse and the rest I drop off in my room. I’m not willing to walk around holding that much cash. It’s just asking to be mugged, or for me to accidentally lose my … Read More “A Human’s Guide to Surviving Magical Mishaps by Kit Bryan Chapter 14” »
Rule 13- Don’t invite debt into your life unless you want it to crash on your couch for months and eat all your good snacks. Ashton and I make the generic polite conversation that you make when you have guests. ‘Did you sleep well?‘ ‘Is the bed of ‘Did you find everything you needed in … Read More “A Human’s Guide to Surviving Magical Mishaps by Kit Bryan Chapter 13” »
Rule 12- You think you hate your alarm, but if you were going anywhere other than work you’d love it. The light chiming sound of my alarm is enough to wake me up, however if the light an airy. sound is meant to make me feel cheerful or enjoy being awake in any way then … Read More “A Human’s Guide to Surviving Magical Mishaps by Kit Bryan Chapter 12” »
Rule 11- Always learn the correct way to behave. If you’re going to break rules, it should be on purpose. After dinner I’m forced to face the incredibly awkward task of explaining the bathroom to Ashton. I take the candle with us to light the room because if he can’t handle regular lights I seriously … Read More “A Human’s Guide to Surviving Magical Mishaps by Kit Bryan Chapter 11” »
Rule 10–The best way to win a fight is to avoid it altogether. It’s like winning by default, but with significantly fewer bruises. to We both fall silent for a minute or two as we continue eating. It doesn’t take long for me begin to feel uncomfortable with the quiet. Ashton is still looking around … Read More “A Human’s Guide to Surviving Magical Mishaps by Kit Bryan Chapter 10” »
Rule 9- When in doubt, assume everything is photoshopped. Once we are settled and eating, I repeat my question about the glamours. “Fae are required to wear glamours to blend in when in this realm. Many fae have very distinctive features which are best not advertised.” He tells me, that’s new information. “Really? Will you … Read More “A Human’s Guide to Surviving Magical Mishaps by Kit Bryan Chapter 9” »
Rule 8- Embrace context, it’s the punchline of communication. “Is there something about my appearance that offends or displeases you?” Well now I’ve gone and done it. I can’t help but blush. I have to fight to keep from drooling over the guy, and he is worried that his appearance might offend me? The entire … Read More “A Human’s Guide to Surviving Magical Mishaps by Kit Bryan Chapter 8” »
Rule 7- Avoid losing your keys by attaching them to a helium balloon. You won’t lose them; they’ll just be inconveniently floating near the ceiling! The moment the car is out of sight, I lose control of myself and begin laughing. The entire situation with the Mayor was just ridiculous and felt like something out … Read More “A Human’s Guide to Surviving Magical Mishaps by Kit Bryan Chapter 7” »
Rule 6- Never assume things are obvious, unless you prefer to revel in the confusion of assumed understanding. “So you had trouble with your car?” Ashton seems concerned. I nod. “Yep, the wheels on my car got damaged making it impossible to use. I was stranded on the side of the road and had to … Read More “A Human’s Guide to Surviving Magical Mishaps by Kit Bryan Chapter 6” »