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Did they have kangaroo courts back then?

Well..that was different, and as noted, perfectly suited for the day…

Amen…Harris has proven himself a coward and should become “impressed” and serve on one of his majesty’s warships…As to the corpulent lord, perhaps a night with a woman of very loose, infected morals would serve him well…don’t forget, as far as we know, he still has a stolen fifty pound note…a hanging offense…

The times they are a changing for everyone…and nothing will ever be the same…not only did the cost of defending the colonies and fighting the French, became nearly become ruinous. At the time a famine in Bengal saw the deaths by starvation of nearly ten millions. As the Honorable East India Company demanded nearly every arable plot of land be used for tea and opium, and not enough land set aside for food. That drought caused famine nearly destroyed the Honorable East India Company and its backers. The combination of those two things led to what was called in the colonies, The Intolerable Acts, taxation without representation…that parliament felt the colonies should bear some of the costs of their defense. Which wasn’t completely out of line, and a way found for The East India Company recoup some losses. But it was in the manner those costs were imposed. Another sticking point was the refusal to see the inhabitants of the colonies as full fledged citizens with all attendant rights. So many stupid mistakes were made. And as noted, a little covered era in our common history prior to the 1770’s…

The beasts have been unleashed and now need to learn deportment…

Hopefully very well buggered before expiring…

Finn has done a remarkable thing…and the crew has come to truly respect him…that’s a very valuable beginning…by having their backs in a time of need will pay dividends down the road…it is the small things and details that make the difference….

One of your best yet! And thanks for sharing!

Just loved the following "I'd choose it all," he said without hesitation. "Because it was ours. And I'd rather have a lifetime with you that ends in loss than a lifetime of safety that never knew this kind of love." And this truly hit home… Grief doesn't disappear. It just finds its place. And love — steady, patient, enduring love — makes room for it. Holds it. Bears it alongside you until it becomes bearable.P

“Tomorrow would bring questions, conversations, and consequences.” And hopefully a renewed sense of of identity and purpose…and most do all, an honest appreciation for living your best life!

Thanks @Bill W, That extra chapter has morphed into four extra chapters!! And I really appreciate the support!

Artie is gonna let Gary bang him...will he survive? And then, unbidden, another thought rose to the surface of his consciousness. A thought that was not his. A thought that belonged to someone else—someone who was currently sleeping inside Crin's own brain, waiting for the right moment to wake up. *I wonder if that nice troll wants to go to an art show.*

A natural talent got me cast in this movie; you can see me at 1:35 of the clip below...I was, however, denied an Oscar!

Mitch is the one. How will he be anointed? And Seth is a tad grumpy; what year is he in? Why was he roomed with Mitch?

Very interesting. As much as the beefcake is nice, I'm drawn to Seth... and there's more to him than meets the eye.

"Excuse me, Captain...where can I change my underpants?" “Visitors, eh? I haven’t had those in a long time,” the ghost said, raising his blade. “Find anything interesting?”

And Andy should have walked up to the Captain, apologized, and shaken his hand...it has been a tough slog since the rains came, everyone is running on emotions....and then asked, how could he and his friends help?

It will be culture shock, I think, when they first arrive...and they need to stand firm on the price they will accept. And be very aware of those who would try to take advantage, both from a price point and of physical danger... And just who is this mysterious buyer from San Francisco, and just who does he represent??? And... I still can't let go of hope for Sam, and it is a long shot, a very long shot...might he be working the docks, suffering from memory loss?

Humm, could he write a progrem to have the entire mechanical fleet simply come to a stop Shem, however, had found his refuge in the precise, functional chaos of the Motor Pool. He was set to work maintaining the delicate Logic-Engines of the field generators and running diagnostics on the massive Cargo Automata. His ability to quickly diagnose faults and even rewrite maintenance sub-routines—a talent known only to the senior Logic Enginearies—quickly made him indispensable. Funny...she does not mention Brandon...or a long-term plan for Radé... "I will go with you, Lieutenant," Shem whispered, the defeat absolute. "But you will not touch Radé or Brandon. You swear it." KIT flashed disappointment through the emotional feedback. Anya smiled; her triumph complete. "I swear, Caster. Your Prince is safe. You have made the logical choice." She turned to leave, her victory silent and total. Not much time to plan now...is there?

Try living in a small town where the farm animals and other wildlife outnumber the residents... I love the slow burn of this story; I can't wait to meet Julian's mother and aunt!

I am liking the way this story is developing, I would love to know more about the past history before the advent of interstellar travel.

It is building nicely between Carter and Tate, a bit of a slow burn...which brought the following to mind...

This comment truly hit home... “Of all the titles stored in my memory, Professional Listener is one I value very much.” “Why?” “Because it reminds me that sometimes the most helpful thing I can do isn't to provide an answer. It's to give someone the opportunity to be heard.”

Thanks for the comment. When Chapter 2 comes along, I hope to change your mind!

We'll have Chapter 2 coming out shortly and thank you very much for the comment!