Hmm, why does this story seem familiar? At least bits and pieces of it are. Wish I could remember when and where I read a similar story.
At any rate, I like what you have here, Justin.
On another subject, they all keep talking about their 'beast.' This makes me wonder if this transition makes them look somewhat like a werewolf. Perhaps in this universe, this is how the werewolf myth came about.
No, no, no! A Burgandy with Chicken and an Alfredo Sauce? A decent Sauvignon Blanc or better yet, a nice Chardonnay. Other than that Faux Pas, it was a very well done chapter.
Doesn't much matter if you are ganged up on. And that's what would likely happen.
Yeah, West Virginia. A beautiful country with absolutely horrid people. Don't jump out of the mold, or you are an assured target.
Nice start, Justin. Not at all like Lone Wolf Ranch.
Despite any advancements to our rights, we think we may have made, there are still loads of straight people who think we will do these things to children. Just because we are gay.
So, the next book is gonna take us through the rest of college... That's a hint that there might be a book three?
At any rate, it was nice to see Mac's folks treat the boys for their last few days of the summer.
Even if Grandpa pays a token amount for rent, that money could also be placed into Dominic's college fund.
Calling hours and funeral is over. Now it's a waiting game for how it will all affect Dominic.
Stop and remember that Xavier and Company are used to fighting Dead Walkers and other assorted Undead. Should I mention they also fought Dragons?
I would think that Agda and her friends would be right at home with Xavier's group.
Agda will likely recognize Syth's name as being one of legend. What she makes of that, I guess we'll see.
Will Agda recognize an Orakin when faced with two of them (remember, Garnet is also in an Orakin skin)?
I can't believe I didn't comment on how much I enjoyed this story.
This being the second time around for me, it has been just as enjoyable. Thanks @WolfM.
I'm thinking LASERs. Pulsating LASERs, to deliver more power. They also have to be something like an Infra-red LASER, for heat. Pinpoint accuracy.
Ruby LASERs may be old tech, but parts from something like a Radio Shack and a Jewelry store, a cobbled together breadboard...
Death sometimes brings out the worst in some people.
My Dad died in a mine when a 5-ton section of the ceiling gave way. I had just turned 6. The funeral was an open casket affair in which I was forced to kiss him goodbye. It's not something a 6-year-old should ever have to experience.
Experience does drive a lot of what we write about.
Yes, memories of having to go through all of that, aren't the nicest memories. Whether it be for friends or family, it's never a good time.
@Lee Wilson, you pretty much nailed it.