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Oh my goodness, start with pure hormonal extract, add awkward gay-like geekiness, fold in some shattered aristocratic confidence, and then grate in a little battered and bruised jock ego zest; this is going to be a cake of explosive flavors, perhaps an Irresistible Angry Angst marble swirl cake? Hahaha 🤪 @Laura S. Fox, what a great introduction to these new characters and a story beginning that already begs for what more is to come; bravo!

Damn the black eye, Damn the bruised chin, I have but one reply, Jack be nimble, Jack be quick, Jack wants to mount Joey’s candlestick…again, and again, and again. Oh sweet mis-o-ry, this life, this love, please be with me… Damn your confusion, Damn the tarnation, This be my conclusion, Jack be nimble, Jack be quick, Jack wants to mount Joey’s candlestick…contemplation, contemplation, contemplation. Oh sweet mis-o-ry, this life, this love, your place is with me!

Well Ty gets spooked by the shadows, but with Stefan about, it’s wise to give caution where lurking 👀 is unverifiable. Ty’s protocols prove him worthy as the Electric Panda did vouch, now we have two Alpha friends outside of Alpha row that hold council trust; while perhaps one on Alpha row holds council hope. With the Electric Panda executing his plan, with Ty running his investigation, Alpha Struem should soon be approaching a snare of his own rigging. Meanwhile, the Electric Panda seems be going deep undercover with his own internal investigation with full discovery of virgin territories; however, being a smooth operator should be helpful in releasing any pent-up energies held in reserve. Likewise, the newest Alpha gets a teacher’s pass to the greater outdoors; Tour de France? How does that shadow walking-on-water work for the God touched…rather hery. @astone2292, the explosive scenes brought forth by the wizard 🧙 Mickey in Fantasia comes to mind; as I envision wispy shadows and burst 💥 of lightning ⚡️, flashing amongst fiery bombs 💣 lobbed, much in an icy fog of diamond brilliance. And then,… oh my (bear)! 🤦

Goodness, the misfits are a team, bonded and true. They each know the different levels of persuasion, and emotions they each face; the good and the bad. Ironic that this time it was the monster, and friend, that challenged the young Lord Sunbeam’s thinking by provoking him to think beyond his emotions for Talon alone. Then there is the pretentious King of Dleth, but the King of terror gets burned by the Sun Bringer, not with majik, but with his strength and determination to challenge the arrogant ass in his spoken words…in front of his own “army delegation.” A truer strength and character for a King, yet the youn Lord is dismissed as barely worthy of any respect. However, the King gets schooled by Kalian on diplomatic protocols, especially when showing up uninvited. Bonds are strong among the team, but none stronger than the emotions of the summoner for Talon, which must have contributed to the timely return of the sought after Royal grandson. Then the King grandfather shows his character when he fails to win the grandson with “negotiated demands.” Negotiations that rapidly flip to a weaponed cane sword of Dleth rule; a final cut of all family ties? 😝 Cut family ties now has Kalian as guardian of his lunatic sister, which was/is under Anders influence, but quickly abandoned by her blood dynasty. But one’s family ties can go beyond blood, a bonding in spirit and soul; Meep. Meep cared for the young Lord in captivity and now shows devotion in protecting his family against greater foes; Meep! Ironic that the dynasty mom didn’t find courage beyond money to support her family; instead the quick retreat that argues against their family’s military heritage. Yet the great Talon finds a more formidable foe in a shin bruising lion of courage. Yes Talon, Meep is family,..now, where is he to sleep 😴; MEEP! @Demiurge, what a great chapter, and a wonderful summarizing reflection of what the team, the band of misfits, the Kalian’s family has been through; to make them what they have become. And then there is Meep…, I can’t help to get flashbacks of the quick, zany, clairvoyant and unspeaking, roadrunner of cartoon fame…Meep, Meep!

Hmmm 🤔, back home from the heat of the Spanish frying pan 🍳 , jumping into the fire 🔥 stoked by your mom…ahem, your dad…, Joey. Now why?; why did Joey run Joey run? He was introduced as Jack Stanton, but the lasting memory says he is Cliff Hanger! 😝 Is this the bully that his friends defended him from?

OMG, thanks for getting us off that dang cliff. 😊 Finding Talon seems to be Kalian’s only focus, understandably, as the other don’t know and understand the remaining story from the day of the overthrow. Talon needs rescue from himself, but protection until it’s all sorted with clear minds; hopefully Talon can see more clearly as he reflects on every moment of their battle and what choices were force upon them. @Demiurge, thank you for the recovery chapter; getting us away from that staggering battle riddled and destructive chapter that left us holding our breath. The bigger tease of the storyline is not lost here as we see more enlightenment and spell casting from Kalian. This promises greater discovery and perhaps the real reason for the gifting of the Lord Sun Bringer

So you’re saying he’s 18yo? Hahaha 🤣 OMG, I know that feeling, even now it still haunts me to think when and how it worked out…did I close my eyes and roll the dice? 😂

Oh wow, I had just stalked this story page earlier today to check for something new, then a few hours later…voila. Cindzilla needs that stick extracted…with a few abrupt jerks sideways during the pull! These poor boys, it’s so unfair to have a parent that just doesn’t understand the life expectancy of her control. Her authority is quickly speeding like a bug towards a windshield; smack! Good for Jackson, he seems to be figuring things out and Luke may be more onboard than either realize at this point. I just hope @Kristais really good at painting the picture of Cindzilla’s face as she transitions through the supernova of her vanity. @Krista, thanks again for bringing these characters back to us for another great chapter of life.

So indeed Kalian did kill the Soul Eater before Anders could harness but limited powers; and that stolen, not gifted. Unlike the powers Talon had gained through him freeing them from the Soul Eater, Anders ripped them without regard, as he is trying to do with Kalian too. Anders and all his traitorous bastards need to suffer the most painful of deaths; maybe eternity in hell, there has to be a poison pill spell for any escape but that should be a fail safe spell with maybe runes etched on their bones! 😡 Talon is unhinged but perhaps to one, be it through mind or be it through gifts of power they are connected. Perhaps even Anders may find the powers of the Soul Eater were still holding secrets that his heritage denied him; even some murders would never forgive killing their own mothers! @Demiurge, I hasten to say that perhaps another sip of wine may get those words to press, …but with the current state of our lovers, that would just get ugly! But please remember you’ve left us perched upon a ledge and we may just parish without some help here soon!

Anders, what an absolute lunatic, but who did he get his powers and human form? Is there still more to understand about this ancient power he has in his control? Did the Soul Eater truly vanish without some significance or gifting? Or is there still some hidden payback for Anders to be revealed out the time the conditions are aligned….much to ponder. The misfits have pulled off miracles before, let’s hope for one more and than it results in the monkeys eating Ander’s brain 🧠!

Poor restless Mace. The big bad Wolf found his intended to be a young, unknown, but perhaps up and coming giant amongst human mages; one with a most uncommon three affinity gifting. But then the wolf bit his intended and found more than a standard wolf transformation. This unique transformation from human/mage has the beauty of a butterfly morphing to something much more than just beautiful 😍. This butterfly retains its beauty but collects powers and skills at amazing speed. His first turn yielded not a mere wolf but an Alpha Wolf capable of first turn hybrid transformation, but the show was just beginning. Now with impressive friendships and alliances from Alpha Way, NY, the remote Monk Temple, and the EC itself, their just seems to be more at play. Vinsy’s circle of friends keeps rapidly growing but still at play are two little rings; not rings of the Bonded Mates, but that of Devine Kisses. Who else but Vinsy could have a private prayer answered upon request? A simple request for a moment of attention yields a personal boon, a favor of Lady Terik, a God of Seven, one of mischief and humor. As Vinsy finds his tragic life still deserves humor, Lady Terilk finds a much appreciated recognition and respect. But why Lady Terik, why; beyond toilet tissue stuck to shoes, why do you tinker with young boys just before the teacher’s command the embarrassing stand and answer before a full class. Pitching a tent is a great camping skill but doesn’t bode well as testimonial for “higher” education 😛; especially if the tent shows leaky spots…oh my. Isn’t it strange that Remis and Lady Terik are both similarly welcomed by Vinsy, both wanting less serious and less intense life, both desire humor in self and others, and both seem to appreciate the less intense but growing powerhouse Alpha Vincent. And more importantly, both have hidden powers that many may underestimate and one could easily be an agent for the other. 🤪 The Gods, the Moon, and the powers of nature seem to be guiding forces…against Stefan? Or just in general for a greater good to all? The giggling Electric Panda, the Lightning Static Scruffy Haired McAlpha, and the still mysterious Shadow Monk Yabob are themselves more than coincidence. So too are the secret plans of the Alpha Voder, EC Investigator Extraordinaire; he doesn’t make simple plans, talk of masses under duress and me thinks Alpha Ty is just the man to bring a distracting front for a more honest sting 🐝 against Alpha Stalin..ahem…Stuerm, proof that statistics lie and fake surveys are even worse than statistics. Should Stuerm launch a bigger surprise than expected, the informal ties and alliances of all those within 2 degrees of Vincent will quickly learn the strengths in united opponents of Wolves, Lions, Tigers, Bears and more. Me has a big ole bag of popcorn for the ready!

I, with the powers granted me, as Royal and Devine, do sentence you…to be judged by my father, Adam, King Protector of all the Kings of the Circle ! Devils 👿 Beware! Too real..hahaha

Ironic that Anders mocks Mallex for being the fool that lost his way for lack of objective when it came to Kalian…, hmmm 🤔, that does seems familiar, except this time it’s obsessive hate vs obsessive love, but isn’t it still allowing a strong foe, perhaps of prophetical significance, to live purely for false pride or hope of manipulation? Kalian’s mind zap and even the dungeon zap seems to have affected Anders to some extent, though his pride doesn’t allow such admissions, he was ushered out quickly without inflicting retaliative punishment on Kalian, that seems to be energy conservation or lack of focus for his normal mind games. @Demiurge, you have taken an obsessive prick, and replaced him with an even bigger prick; goodness, I hate to think if there is an even bigger prick out there to deal with next…oh wait, Talon’s Grandpapa, King Priqasaurus; can they pit these two against one another?? Hahaha 🤣 dueling pricks, that’s truly crossing the streams of ego, arrogance, and power; which one’s is bigger? 😱

Oh my, so much to…unPACK for this new PACK territory deeding and leadership council. So Vinsy and his chosen council have spoken their desires for the new pack territory. The recipients are likewise happy with the proposal to share leadership in a unconventional way…but does this need EC blessing to become official record? Either way, how does the traditional rules apply to this rule by council? Ex. Vinsy was challenged by the then claiming Alpha and was destroyed in Vinsy’s defensive response; therefore, territory to Vinsy. Traditional, simple, understood. Now should the council members and equal partners get challenged, or challenge in the name of the pack, can they designate the defending challenger? If the defending councilman gets whacked, then does that share become controlling in seating a new council…person? Or does that unseat the entire council? So just what does the challenger gain in their quest, what’s the booty? Or do the remaining members get to counter challenge in defense of the council? @astone2292what a wonderful way to reset the common knowledge between the alphas and Monk than to have a mind whisper from the shadows. And again the common thread of Alpha Voder comes up again in reference to the training resume of McAlpha. While Remis talks of being easy going and not to dare challenge the Delta Mountain, I envision something more aligned with a overly sinister smile, thinking the Batman Joker, belly laughing 😝 and shooting lightning bolts with his non-drinking hand…because obviously that one is busy. Oh my, if McAlpha were able to get wasted to the point of hiccups…how many mega joules will each spark release? Would he need a Tesla power wall to handle his bar stories! 😝 As he becomes a fixture as ally and neighbor, the kids will probably be snickering 🤭 too as they call out to Uncle Remis; though they understand he is definitely not Disney rated for the average young children! 🤪 I’m thinking that’s probably PG17. It’s so good to see the return to training for Vinsy and that he continues to WOW teachers and observers. Then, as Vinsy thinks on placing his call to a god, one of seven, how do you properly address this God of Order? Then how will he have his conversation when he is so grossly overcharged and incoherent to the possession?? Will Vinsy then have thin double stripes or a more bold for Bol and a single for sister, or do the stripes remain as one per god having visited? So no benefit at all to saying Elvis was here, twice. 😂 So the bad jokes are unLEASHED between partners but at least that puts to bed the concerns of seeing a bald headed wolf 🐺. Howling good, that one! But the partner may have to report being bitten if he shows up with a leash and bacon 🥓 dog treats. @astone2292, you continue to deliver, thank you again for this creative story. As my granddaddy said, life is much simpler if you remember the basic rules of a jackal; you see something of interest, sniff it, still interested, lick it,…if you can’t eat it , fuk it, if you can’t fuk it, piss on it, and move along!

Damn you @Ivor Slipper, tears, tears, and more tears 😭; tears for them having found each other, tears that Wayne has found balance in heritage and heart, tears that their journey now has a destination far from present. Well done presenting so many emotions of introspection by our young friends, and lovers, while navigating within environments of diverse differences of social and economic influences; yet, the hearts of these two bonded and stayed true.

Man oh man are these class reunions going to be one huge and special family union; and probably closing with Royal Balls! The way Adam has brought pride, prestige, and unity to present and past students, even pas students without Adam’s leadership, they should probably just plan all encompassing Knights Academy Galas; even the “un-knighted alumni” are bound to have lose ties to the Knights of Adam’s Reign.

Oh my, @Demiurge, in the wine cellar again; and I know exactly which type you partook…blush! Oh my goodness, so much blush for this one; but is wine suppose to have slammers? With Kalian begging for forgiveness, and Talon trying to understand just when and how, this has the boys resisting the same mistakes. Without finding the correct words to express himself, Talon turned to his own special sign language, well perhaps reading the Braille of Kalian’s inner-self is more correct. Seeing Kalian needing his special magiks, Talon pulls out his wand and starts thrusting spells and special magiks reserved for only Kalian. Kalian’s enthusiasm overtakes him as he shouts his support for Talons castings. Whether his magiks or his poultice, Talon’s medicine stimulates and heals the damaged verbal and telepathic communication channels between them. Operation Rescue Aramis results in a temporary Loren truce and perhaps some Rah spoken truths. The truths of Anders past and hopefully some news of his present; though it will likely still lack in news from Kalian’s mind blast, we can hope for some equally punishing pain and suffering for Captain/General of his army Anders, perhaps as he overextended his reach and powers. Kalian finds even more resolution in protecting his friends and accepting the costs he must that beyond his control but within his obligation.

Oops @CLJobe duplicate chapter, just missing the first few chapters of 133.

Hmmm, an Irish brogue doesn’t make a brute, but a brute can wear a smile and enjoy a drink until he has his audience dancing to his script. On the surface Remus appears sincere, and could potentially make an ally, but the story also reads as if the euro hunters have him tired and ready for semi-retirement; so why petition for a large territory and a somewhat urban setting at that. If he continues to prove sincere and worthy, with his keen insights and awareness, he could also be a great addition to the larger alliance of regional alphas; he did provide some manipulation training on the spot to an upcoming but powerful young mage. The Electric Panda should provide some confidence in Remus’ persona and that reference was freely exchanged speaking volumes for Remus. Vinsy once again gets a friendly reminder of his inexperience, but true to his friendly and inquisitive nature, demonstrates his ability to attract friends and allies. This could be a weakness to be exploited in the future, but with an accumulation of allies it seems the layers of protection would prove that most difficult in the long run. The Electric Panda feels his distraction from work, but not to reflect that as bad, but at a level of partnership he has never truly had to balance; as a problem solver he is bound to get it managed before he fails in duty or love ❤️. @astone2292, a great character introduction and story build up to the many suspenseful storylines within, great addition here!

Thanks Stellar, this makes a great appendix and event timeline for of DNA rebirths.

Hmmm 🤔, bonded not only with a human, the Human Essell, a human male that has a mother type bonding with the Cerops, Bouncer, a protective and traditionally aggressive creature that also shares his bonding with the more masculine Garjah. Now how again, gathering-o-vals, do you expect this bond to suddenly revert to your traditional vision of a normal bond? The fact that the gathering-o-vals, has seemingly discussed this bond and now the repercussions of breaking such bond gives reason for great concern; a concern that perhaps the “un-trainable cerops” may sense to give the magnified paranoia to Essell, and the lack of tolerance by Garjah, as these emotions are the protection I would expect the cerops child to alert on; and that is maybe the most clear thought of the meeting for this special family unit. Handicap or defensive posturing via bond? This gathering has the curiosity to make it seem innocent, yet they quickly talk of the broadcasting emotions of Essell. Ironically, their on judging arrogance seems to be feeding Bouncer’s discomfort and minimal tolerance beyond the close circle of his family. Bouncer’s “reading of them” may be bond transmitted in the paranoia and intrusive judgment and superficial tolerance. Given the collective feelings and comments within this commitment block, I’m thinking this notion to feed Bouncer the Gathering-O-Vals, may ultimately be the Garjah family’s judgement in response to the non-sense that may be found around the corner.

The broken connection with Talon may be somewhat like that of Anders, they have to touch and reestablish their healthy link. Anders’ was a poisonous/diseased link where Talon and Kalian’s were healthy and nondestructive. But with Talon resenting Kalian at the moment there will be no chance to reestablish their special mental bonding. Hmmm 🤔, at what age did Anika lose her soul and can we even believe the bartering she’s doing in the name of her family has any truth or is just another ploy to win her own privilege; either way, their House has fallen into disrepair and the Royal edges have frayed rather badly now. Wren is quite the monster doc…let me check his eyes, smack up side the head…yup, he’s ok! Hahaha 🤪 Now for the Soul Eater; as much as the soul eaters feel superior, this one was trapped; so too was the power of the creature, or so it would seem as there was no poof to exit as mist. There are only two that have the shared souls of the beast, perhaps three if some history ties to Wren, but it would seem logical that the Soul Eater being barricaded in with those two, may have possibly gifted Kalian it’s powers too; for that’s where it’s mate resides and there was that connection in Kalian’s shared previous existence, otherwise the Soul Eater’s resentment of Talon stealing part of his souls would continue to outweigh the desire to reclaim that which would no longer serve him at the expense of loosing the connection with his mate in Kalian. Maybe the power boost burned the connection with Talon, but could it have likewise fried a little of Ander’s brain too? Aramis, the real Kalian still loves you as do the other misfits; be strong and remember the dagger when helping Loren sever his precious…link with Anders! 😝 @Demiurgeyou’re amazing! 🎉🎊🎈

Interestingly enough, I believe the comparison of the powers over emotions and feelings by Father and the Whale are quite strong; perhaps deeper seeded in the long histories of magic control, or loss of control, dating to the elf’s. Agreed…, if it were clear that these thoughts are indeed Charlie’s, but the logic and the expressions don’t speak “from Charlie” to me. Therefore, I don’t believe the “don’t search” and the forever “fair well” Charlie presented. It is definitely written so as to beg for better clarity of Charlie’s true wish, without possible influence, and why the no contact wishes if all is right and good; possessive seems to be the theme… It seems the whale is very powerful, but needy, lonely 😩, yet wanting only codependency in relationship. The statement of reassurance from Charlie that he will be back while the whale somewhat whines like a child. So I don’t think good or bad in the traditional sense because it is happy to just have Charlie. It doesn’t seem to understand the human emotions and tries to let Charlie assure mom that he is ok, united in friendship, and leaving the nest for good; more animal instinct than human, yet the emotional control from the whale tells Charlie that the moon is not right, the sand is not right, something just feels not…right. These emotions don’t appear to be a human boy’s thoughts and feelings, not Charlie’s at all. It seem to be a more primal basic need and emotion from the Whale. Yet the whale believes this may make the companionship more complete and sever the adolescent ties the young human still has with the parent. So the conflict does exist, and if not stopped from manipulating the free will of humans, then it seems destined to be an enemy; a powerful enemy without understanding of human emotions and relationships. It does make me think this is going to be very interesting ride indeed, but it may bring us closer to the first book opening of beast(s) containment, and maybe some history of the magic families of power on earth. Sorry to tie these comments, but they all seemed so close and related in various ways. Thank you @Rhythminthemindfor bringing us this exciting look into the next book of this wonderful tale!

Glad it was thought provoking. I’m just thinking out loud here! lol 😝 As much as the innocent want to believe it’s the smoking gun, the evidence only shows the likelihood that a school or district policy was violated. If excessive force was indeed applied then the video along doesn’t show or prove that, it only shows a likelihood. The boys never mention photographic evidence of Jerry’s abused bottom, that would be needed to compliment the charges of excessive force or abuse; as paddling is allowed and the school doesn’t appear to have restrictions of video documentation, so the lack of witness is the only policy violation. They need the brother to feel the pressure of trouble from parents and police, and the hero Jerry if necessary to push him over the edge with the parents with his testimony of the phone conversation heard and the explanation of the brother. They desperately need an insider witness to those tapes being used for other than documenting discipline. The most logical crack to exploit is the brothers as parties to both the action against person and then the other as witness to disclosure that act for entertainment, without regard to protect identity and probably as a targeted victim for the same entertainment; therefore they need to turn the brother, or someone with first account witness to the real crime of targeting and disclosure, to be a state witness; then the/those video(s) will be much more than beyond documentation, and the search warrants and man hunts will be rampant. Otherwise, it’s internal disciplinary action for an arrogant and dominant… paddler.

Hear, hear! 😝 no breakfast is complete without old MacDonald’s oink 🐷 oinks , and cluck 🐔 clucks. I’m sure buckwheat pancakes are great, with lots of buttery loaded maple syrup, but with the bacon and eggs added, they squeal of the gleeful pleasures that have you crowing with energy to face the challenges of the day! 😝