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Sounds like a null field generator of some sorts is being used, did anyone follow Z'Matri???

Someone needs to have a conversation with Principal Dingbat Dumbass...from previous conversations Rocky had with fellow students, Bwuce Wiwmer (future GOP gubernatorial canidate...Thanks @Summerabbacat) is a known bully with a checkered past in the halls of his school, as his victims would attest to... I did not see the apology to Bwuce or his compadres either, nor do I think Rocky should until Bwuce apologize and replace the soiled shirt as well. I'm of two minds, hey...I'm a Gemini, as to paying the medical bills...Bwuce's family should be made to understand that there were multiple witnesses regarding the incidents he started, do they wish to get the lawyers involved... Bass has nothing to be sorry about in regard to his actions and the cretins who stupidly decided to come back to the bar, while I hope they learned their lesson this time, can one really be sure??? Here's hoping Manny's recovery, both mentally and physically goes well...

God bless Grainger, who truly understands that prior proper planning, prevents piss poor performance...as with any naval engagement a careful, a well-thought-out strategy is the key to success. And we see that in harbor or on land the same maxims apply here in the world of George Grainger...... Stupendously brilliant.... what, what!!!! “Your Majesty, since Caroline and I are separated and not living together, I was of a mind to allow Signora Bellini to stay at my home in London,” Granger said, then swallowed before continuing. “I am not sure if that is proper, or if I should instead ensure that she has her own separate place to live.” “And what do you think, Lord Brentwood?” The King asked. “I think that if Signora Bellini lived with me, it would be more formal, and indicative that we were not seeing other people, Your Majesty,” Granger said, then smiled. “It would also be more convenient, and a bit cheaper.” The King laughed at his last statement. “I think that is reasonable,” he said, giving Granger his blessing. “I will convey my observations to Her Majesty.”

Franz's rescuer sounds like a character from one of Josel's fathers' books...while he was able to put the guard to sleep, he hasn't a clue as to where they are going now, down that staircase to the lower levels. Giesela the pig faced, needs her own day of reckoning...and now as an escapee, sadly Franz can't go home until the dust settles...however long that takes...

Y'all know in some places it is considered fine dining... “Are you telling me that they didn’t have any Italian restaurants in Arkansas?” my dad followed. “It’s just that we didn’t see any where we were staying in the Ozarks. Besides, I wasn’t up for having road-kill parmesan or spaghetti and wild animal testicles.”

Danger Olona...danger...this can't be good at all....

Well, we better understand the conflict with Mother, and the grandparent's decision regarding passing along any assets. One has to wonder if they had issues with her from the beginning of her relationship with their son... Let's see how this two-year contract works out...

It is obvious the MIB did not destroy the mothership, just disabled Mother, that and his time on earth has not done him much good by his own admission.... What will we see or learn when M comes back...and as @drpaladin noted, M just may be carrying baby Michael... Would a bullet have ended the MIB??? I have to wonder... Jack is still my favorite... Hopefully when this is all over Connor gets a personality transplant, quite frankly he's very tiring and as the story devolves around him, turning into a saga as to how many times Connor can prove himself a total A-Hole, one has to hang on to the slimmest thread of hope that he can change... "Were you trying to kill us back there?" M asked the second they were alone. He rubbed his belly protectively. "You can't do stuff like that. You risked our lives for no reason!" "I was hardly risking anyone's life," Connor scoffed. "Nathan just keeps pissing me off." "Well, don't do it again," M said. "Seriously. When it comes to him, you act like you're a brat, too. You should listen to your own advice and grow up already." Connor blinked. "Excuse me?" "You've been pouting and moping around for over a week. Something is always pissing you off, so you're always in a bad mood. You treat your mom like crap half the time and you treat everyone else like they're lesser than you!" Connor stared at M in shock. "You're a good guy, Connor, but you're also an asshole a lot of the time, " he said heatedly. Ya all think????

Then there are those municipalities who will go so far as to order the demo of illegally constructed structures...plus back taxes, fines, and legal fees

I forgot this, Jack's back!!!!!

Did they file and pull building permits, planning permission approval, inspections by qualified inspectors in the construction departments of the local government???

And another adventure begins, what will they find??

Something like this might be helpful...but it should say Destruction Vehicle....

Can't disagree with any of the comments, but as to my last comment in the previous chapter, the MIB isn't invincible I believe that if he could have taken M, he would have done so earlier...curious and curiouser... Connor hummed with agreement. "Seems like we should. That guy's never going away." "But there's a way to kill him. He's not always invincible." Connor wondered how sure M was about that statement… he decided they'd just have to find out…

Counseling will work wonders for everyone, Manny and extended family...I feel like @weinerdog picking up on this unimportant point, when at the bar, set the glass under the tap and pull the handle then pick up the glass to finish the pour... Bas will need an extraordinary amount of patience... Rocky, watch your back, never go into a restroom alone, if you do...be sure to wash the a-hole's blood off as best you can... An aside, once upon a time I was playing softball with Abner Doubleday and friends, I hit a single and tried stretching it into a triple. As I was sliding into 3rd base, I realized with shorts on, it probably wasn't my best thought in some time. I threw my left hand down to stay off the ground as much as possible, resulting in a couple of broken bones in my wrist. I got home that night only to realize it was my turn to make supper...Holding up my cast I was going for the sympathy vote and realized I lost when dear old mom, stuffed a potato in my casted hand and the peeler in the other, smiling as she looked at me saying, "No problem at all..."

Human stupidity knows no bounds....while the local shire council and rangers are aware of some aspects of the property, are Oscar and his grandparents taxed fully for what the entire property contains or are some aspects hidden even from the taxman???

There's still a way's to go and as @akascrubber noted...there may still be aftereffects from the goblin bite coming up...

And just like that a paid vacation, there is a subtle sense of mild subterfuge here...however it never hurts to bypass looking a gift horse in the mouth....

Are we finally heading towards a showdown??? For all of the MIB's bravado, why hasn't he just neutralized everyone around M, and then simply take M...I'm willing to bet that the MIB isn't all powerful, he has his limitations....

I believe Bradley has access to more money...time to take some out before they get too close to Florida... You go Connor...keep thinking those thoughts.... Connor chewed on his tongue. “The threat is he wants to make M a science project,” he said in an even tone. “I won’t let that happen. Whether or not M is carrying my… my baby, I feel responsible for his safety. I promised M I’d keep him safe.” The little alien reached across the seat and laid his hand on Connor’s thigh. Connor gently stroked M’s silky skin… He weaved their fingers together and gripped the boy tight.

Well...I saw a glimmer of hope, miniscule, infinitesimal, somewhat remote possibility that Connor just might have conscience in this chapter, anyone interested in laying odds??? This was his baby… And he had a lot of apologizing and ass-kissing to do before he was born. And it seemed like he was rushing to be born much earlier than they’d predicted, so, Connor had better clean up his act fast. I am concerned for Hannah, and wonder how they can escape this time without leaving a trail of credit card receipts... Hope someone has a lotta cash in the bank...

Were in the 50 ways/shades of Connor being a classic asshole, could he please be hit by a frigging bus, his whining and kvetching is truly bothersome. Perhaps Officer Bradley could bitch slap him into next Sunday... I still think the baby gets delivered on the mothership... I think Hanna just might like riding on a motorcycle... M, keep trying to contact Mother, see if a brain or an emotion transplant is available for Connor...please????

I think now I see the future for the retreat... “Ok, that sounds cool, I am doing a degree in Primary Teaching, and I have already completed that same Auslan Language course that you have done,” Harry announced, “I am doing a double degree in Secondary Teaching and Outdoor & Environmental Leadership,” Lance informed me. Hearing this, had me thinking how the family coastal property could be great for specialist youth camps, with all the accommodation and recreation facilities already in place.

As studies for all involved will be coming to an end shortly, I am curious as to what the immediate future will look like...

Like others have said, we would love to see more of these two...and Sophie!!! Well done and thanks!!