The Drop in Centre

[Mikiesboy]

5 minutes ago, MacGreg said:

Congrats @Mikiesboy on writing such a provocative tale.

Aw, thank you very much Sir ... xo

[MacGreg]

1 minute ago, Mikiesboy said:

Aw, thank you very much Sir ... xo

you deserve all the accolades, boy.

[MacGreg]

Saw this quote today:

"Remember you don’t know the limits of your own abilities. Successful or not, if you keep pushing beyond yourself, you will enrich your own life – and maybe even please a few strangers." – A.L. Kennedy

[Mikiesboy]

5 minutes ago, MacGreg said:

Saw this quote today:

"Remember you don’t know the limits of your own abilities. Successful or not, if you keep pushing beyond yourself, you will enrich your own life – and maybe even please a few strangers." – A.L. Kennedy

A great quote Sir.

[MacGreg]

4 minutes ago, Mikiesboy said:

A great quote Sir.

It relates to writing, but it can pertain to anything, really.

[Mikiesboy]

8 minutes ago, MacGreg said:

It relates to writing, but it can pertain to anything, really.

I agree with respect to writing, Sir.  if i start to repeat myself it will be time to quit writing.  i think we should always reach higher and try to do better

[Reader1810]

25 minutes ago, Mikiesboy said:

Aw, thank you very much Sir ... xo

See, tim, this was an important story to post. Got a lot of people thinking and talking and it was all positive.  

[MacGreg]

Just now, Reader1810 said:

See, tim, this was an important story to post. Got a lot of people thinking and talking and it was all positive.  

I agree.

[Mikiesboy]

7 minutes ago, Reader1810 said:

See, tim, this was an important story to post. Got a lot of people thinking and talking and it was all positive.  

Thanks Reader.

[Mikiesboy]

7 minutes ago, MacGreg said:

I agree.

Thank You, Sir.

[Thorn Wilde]

What Mac and Reader said, @Mikiesboy.  Much deserved!

[Mikiesboy]

Just now, Thorn Wilde said:

What Mac and Reader said, @Mikiesboy.  Much deserved!

Thanks, Thorn.

[MacGreg]

I'm working on the next chapter of Dissonance... but also working on a new lesson. This one isn't PG-13.

[Starrynight22]

Hi everyone.  

 

tim I see you're writing more wonderful things. Awesome! 

 

In just a few hours we watch my older son graduate high school. He squeaked by but he did in fact get everything done. I'm so relieved. I would post pics (ya know...after) but I've pretty much never gotten the photo uploader here to work lol. 

[Wayne Gray]

5 minutes ago, MacGreg said:

I'm working on the next chapter of Dissonance... but also working on a new lesson. This one isn't PG-13.

Stop trying to make me fall in love with you.

Edited May 25, 2019 by Wayne Gray

[Mikiesboy]

10 minutes ago, MacGreg said:

I'm working on the next chapter of Dissonance... but also working on a new lesson. This one isn't PG-13.

cannot wait to read both, Sir

[Mikiesboy]

7 minutes ago, Starrynight22 said:

Hi everyone.  

 

tim I see you're writing more wonderful things. Awesome! 

 

In just a few hours we watch my older son graduate high school. He squeaked by but he did in fact get everything done. I'm so relieved. I would post pics (ya know...after) but I've pretty much never gotten the photo uploader here to work lol. 

that is brilliant news ..i am so happy he will graduate! good for him.

[Brayon]

47 minutes ago, MacGreg said:

Saw this quote today:

"Remember you don’t know the limits of your own abilities. Successful or not, if you keep pushing beyond yourself, you will enrich your own life – and maybe even please a few strangers." – A.L. Kennedy

That's a great quote.

[Brayon]

13 minutes ago, MacGreg said:

I'm working on the next chapter of Dissonance... but also working on a new lesson. This one isn't PG-13.

Looking forward to both.

[Thorn Wilde]

14 minutes ago, MacGreg said:

I'm working on the next chapter of Dissonance... but also working on a new lesson. This one isn't PG-13.

Ooh, can’t wait! 

[Brayon]

1 hour ago, MacGreg said:

This has been #1 all week, with good reason. Congrats @Mikiesboy on writing such a provocative tale.

Yes, Congrats, my Brother.

[Thorn Wilde]

9 minutes ago, Starrynight22 said:

Hi everyone.  

 

tim I see you're writing more wonderful things. Awesome! 

 

In just a few hours we watch my older son graduate high school. He squeaked by but he did in fact get everything done. I'm so relieved. I would post pics (ya know...after) but I've pretty much never gotten the photo uploader here to work lol. 

That’s awesome, Starry! Congrats.  

[Reader1810]

14 minutes ago, Starrynight22 said:

Hi everyone.  

 

tim I see you're writing more wonderful things. Awesome! 

 

In just a few hours we watch my older son graduate high school. He squeaked by but he did in fact get everything done. I'm so relieved. I would post pics (ya know...after) but I've pretty much never gotten the photo uploader here to work lol. 

Congrats to your son, Starry. As for posting images? I find the print screen feature an excellent way to grab what I want in the image, so I can paste it directly into the post box. And, well, I can’t manage to do it any other way, so there is that. 

[mollyhousemouse]

hello Sirs and friends, running errands on this fine Saturday.

@MacGreg Sir, looking forward to reading

@Starrynight22 congratulations!

 

 

[Mikiesboy]

Just a little sample from Chapter 3 for you...   it's not edited at all...just so you know.

 

 

Stravor the Younger left the Hall. He no longer noticed as people cleared a path for him. He stopped before stepping onto the walkway. He did not know if others could hear his thoughts, “I have my duty. Yet, this charge …”  The Searcher bowed his head and sighed deeply. “This time I am racked with doubt. Yet, I am charged to complete my master’s will. His will be done.”

Reaching absently, the Searcher sought comfort from the Sword. It moaned softly as he touched it.

Pulling himself up, his shoulders back, Stravor walked back to Silverhide Inn. It was time to break their fast, and set out on their journey.

~

The Inn was quiet in the mornings. Stravor slipped inside and looked in the stable, kitchen and the main hall for signs of Keter.

“Damn his hide!” Stravor took the stairs two at a time and opened the door to their room. “Still abed!”

He strode to the bedside and looked down at the sleeping boy. “Boy … young man. Old enough to be a danger. Master said the lad would become a dangerous mage.”  The Searcher sighed and reached for the comfort of the Sword. “I am torn … but my path is clear as is my duty.”

Stravor picked up a pewter pot in which Keter had water to sup. Smiling, he poured over the sleeping lad’s head. “Get up, you lazy lout! You were supposed to be preparing when I attended the Hall. UP!”

Beneath the water, Keter sputtered. “What?” He looked up and rolled from under the last of liquid. “Master! I … I am up … please!” Keter wiped the water from his face and pushed it through his soft blond hair. His brow wrinkled as he gazed upward. “Stravor, am I sorry. I will get everything done.”

The Searcher replaced the cup and leaned close enough to kiss Keter softly. “Tis all right. Up and prepare yourself. Wear your boots, mind. I will go order our food.” Then standing up, Stravor reached out a hand and help Keter to his feet. “Do as I bid. Meet me in the Hall.”

“Yes, master.”

Stravor left the bedroom and went first to the main hall where he found a serving girl. “Food for two.”

The barefoot girl, ducked her head and spoke softly. She was shaking when she replied, “There are still servings of hash, or simple eggs and boiled oats.”

“Bring me oats, hash, and toasted bread. With something sweet to top it.” Stravor ordered and began to walk away. “We will sit by the fire. And tea. A pot; make it now so it is strong. Thank you, girl.”

Stravor left the girl and found Galeth in the stable. “Boy! That brown pony. Make him ready, we have a long walk ahead. Add to my bill, a bag of oats.”

“Aye, sir. May I say sir, that Stone Hill do not need fancier foods, they—”

“I know, tis why I purchased the creature.” Stravor smiled. “But sometimes, to all living things, food is a small comfort. So, prepare a bag of oats.”

“Yes, of course, sir. They will be ready.” Galeth nodded. “I wonder where they are going, that a pony will need comfort?”

Up in the bedroom, Keter packed their meager things into the baskets. He now sat on the bed and drew on his boots and pulled the laces taut. “Oh, boots! I much prefer barefoot.”  He sighed as he did up the second. “Stravor has still told me nothing of this journey, or why I am part of it. That man does not have to carry his comforts with him, so why does he now?”

Keter’s thoughts were interrupted when the door opened.

“Are you ready, lad? Come, it is time to eat.” Stravor said. He walked into the room and gave the packed baskets a quick inspection. He lifted them. “Not too bad. These will not stress the animal.”

“Shade.” Keter stood and gathered his cloak and hat. “I am ready, master. For our journey to I do not know where.”

Stravor’s gaze snapped to the boy. “Is that anger I hear, boy?”

Walking to the door, Keter felt clumsy in his boots. “No, master. I am uncomfortable in these … these things and clothes. I am yours but still I am afraid.”

Stravor’s gaze softened and he put a hand on Keter’s slim shoulder. He could feel the lad’s bones. “Do not be afraid for I will let nothing happen to you.”

The Searcher pushed the boy toward the door. He did not notice Keter shudder. “Now, come and let us eat. There are miles to go, boy.”

Stravor went down the stairs before him, leaving Keter to pull the door closed.

“Miles to go before I die ….” Quickly turning, the lad pushed the door open. He rummaged through the small bag of his things he’d packed into the baskets earlier. After finding it, he fastened the small blade and its leather sheath to his trousers and tucked it into a pocket.