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Who is talking to Beckett? Is he friend or foe? The human inside the cage riding on the huge monster says he knows Beckett and knows he is being deceived by others ? Who is he saying is deceiving Beckett? The Wisps? Who is this protector , too? This is murky. Becket and Valrinda have to decide who to trust? Or, they could fly away and go to the city directly.

Thank you, Mark. I appreciate you adding very useful context and reasoning. I hope Granger is successful at putting his home affairs in order. He needs to be ready for naval action when war again breaks out again in May 1803. He has some challenges ahead to settle family matters and improve the management of his estates where needed. Caroline has been silent and I do not expect this to last. She may want a better deal and if she is smart only Granger can help her. How she gets what she wants should be fascinating. "The Treaty of Amiens (French: la paix d'Amiens, lit. 'the peace of Amiens') temporarily ended hostilities between France and the United Kingdom at the end of the War of the Second Coalition. It marked the end of the French Revolutionary Wars; after a short peace it set the stage for the Napoleonic Wars. Britain gave up most of its recent conquests; France was to evacuate Naples and Egypt. Britain retained Ceylon (Sri Lanka) and Trinidad. It was signed in the city of Amiens on 25 March 1802 (4 Germinal X in the French Revolutionary calendar) by Joseph Bonaparte and Marquess Cornwallis as a "Definitive Treaty of Peace". The consequent peace lasted only one year (18 May 1803) and was the only period of general peace in Europe between 1793 and 1814."

So they really are not yet grown ups Bones huffed. “Bossy-ass princess.” She rolled her eyes. “Emo jerk.” Finally, after so much trouble and violent clashes with more intense recent events --Andre kidnapped and the dorm blown up-- Lindsay, the bossy-ass princess, is going to tell the crew what is going on and why the bag of mushrooms are so important. This next chapter could be pathbreaking. I hope so.

Kyan said he was chubbed up and gave Perry hope and then Kyan said....“Hell, if I were gay, I’d be all over you. That outfit makes your legs look—" In retrospect, the club visit opened up as a mating dance between a newly awakened Kyan and a sexy Perry... Kyan stayed over with Perry to Max's dismay and a newly aware and discerning Jessica. The scene end with a hot looking almost naked Perry just out of the shower exciting Kyan My bet is that Perry will wait for Kyan to make the first move and Kyan will be too full of self doubt to signal he wanted to do something even slightly sexual--at the most he might try a chaste kiss as they spoon. Kyan is too inhibited and the energy and drinks from the club have worry away. Tomorrow they will wake up and act as if nothing had happened. Maybe Jessica and Max will have to intervene. Max seems to be a good guy and might want to help an in the closet Kyan realize Perry really likes him and wants him as a boy friend.

The painting of Saint Michael is comforting and enriching many lives. Arnaud wants Saint Michael to protect him and his final resting place. Armand, Carl, and Chef Boy are generously helping others. I am glad efforts are underway for Chef Boy to get a passport.

Both men have been made Earl's which is a very high honor. Granger is the Earl of Brentwood and Daventry is the Earl of Rugby. Now. Daventry needs to find out about the estate he has been given. l He could be stronger financially and be in a better position to acquire the wife he said before he wanted to find. Granger seems to have forgiven his father who silently apologized to him. Their personal lives are healthier and looking up. Granger and Daventry were very surprised to be placed on the Privy Council. They belong to a select few whose voices directly influence the King. Others will take note of their new honors and duties. The King was quite pleased with their service and wisdom--even if Lord St Vincent is not. Some may seek them out. We will see. The guild will most certainly leave Granger alone. Caroline will clearly realize Granger has the King's favor and be forewarned to not cause trouble.

Rusty and Matty have cleared the deck and are moving towards a huge revelation on the roof top. It seems Rusty has a big surprise for Matty. Connor is set to capture and reveal the costumed beings. He wants to close down the campus and force prohibition on it. I cannot wait to see how this plays out on Wednesday! I am betting the students will soon rebel and not want to follow Connor's plans for a puritanical life. All they need is a visible, forceful leader. Rybalt is set to the man of the hour to take on Connor and his ideas. Cat Boy can be his assistant.

OK--one problem solved. Claire and Will are going to Harvard for at least a year. They may stay at Matt and Wade's place. But, I thought Freshman had to stay on campus ? Second problem--Travis and his safety. Travis is convinced he is not the real son of Curtis Buck and that this man will have him killed in the next month. He intends to land in LA and go in hiding for a month. Will is convinced by Travis that this is his only option and he has to go alone. Is he safe when he lands? Will needs to go to Escorial and talk with JP and Stef . He might need to talk with Travis after his family conversation. Is Will as the lover of Travis a target? If Curtis is so nasty and unhinged as time grows short and he realizes Travis is missing, might he try to kidnap Will to force Travis to come back so he can be killed?

Can't wait to read how you describe Kyan's reaction when Perry removes his t-shirt and tucks it into his belt and starts dancing skillfully and energetically in the midst of other bare chested guys. Kyan will see other guys look longingly at Perry and see him smiling back. Plus, Perry could get his own cadre of admirers and offers to dance and to buy his drink. Like others have said, we will be looking for any incipient signs of jealousy. Perry might have to say Kyan is his date and to appear to be dating Kyan to turn others guys off the hunt for them. It will be an educational experience of Kyan and hopefully Perry can act more like himself around Perry from now on. Will they want to go back together? BTW, downtown Portland is not the safest place with rising crime rates. Perry and Kyan need to be careful at night and watch their drinking so they are not impaired walking to and from their car.

So Perry has a gay side? He has hidden it from Perry who he feels will judge him for it. He reveals it at gay clubs. Now they are going to the gay dance club. Kyan is going to see Perry acting differently and more liberated and expressive with new mannerisms and ways of talking, etc.. I wonder how Kyan will react when Perry unleashes his inner self and plays with other friends on the dance floor. Is Perry a good dancer? Will Kyan dance with him? Will we gain some beginning insight on where Kyan fits on the Kinsey scale you introduced?

First off, the angel painting is attracting people and influencing them. Some in a bad way, but I bet over time it will be very beneficial. Carl and Armand are going to paint another one. Secondly, Chef Boy is a huge point of contention. He is wanted by bad people for illicit activities. Armand needs to get him to America and safe. His heart is very big and Armand sees a soul to be saved. Chef Boy will be a good friend to Carl and soon be on the track to become an able kitchen assistant to James.

Seth finally realizes the extent of his problems. He cannot figure out a way to sanity and mental health. "Tears welled up in my eyes. “I don’t know how I’m going to fix it. It seems like chaos is swirling all around me.” Craig is also in a deep hole. It appears he is taking strong action to prove he is straight. Is he really straight or is he at least bisexual due to his activities with Seth. Could Criag be setting himself to be in denial and deep in the closet with all its pain? The next chapter could be explosive! But, then Seth could choose Blake.

Valrinda lands to meet Beckett after being badly injured fighting off an evil being. Suddenly, the wisps throw chains over Valrinda who thinks they are trying to trap him and Beckett. But, the wisps are trying to heal and strengthen Valrinda with rune powered good magic chains. Valrinda and Becketr realize this and thank the wisps who are very grateful for Valrinda fighting off the evil being. Valrinda does a 180 and now thinks the wisps are great, The trip continues on without problems. Until, a city is spotted. Will it be a helpful place or a dangerous one?

Kyan sucks at matchmaking. Perry did not notice Max. He was focused on Kyan and being the best uncle ever. Perry is very satisfied at being a good friend and relative. Max was reading too much into the meeting. Let's see how the birthday party goes.

The new angel painting is touching lives and is a hit at the Louve. Armand is set on saving Model Boy/Chef Boy. He must be in a bad situation with the men who want him for terrible purposes. He is hopefully soon to be on his way to the US and safety. Carl and Armand have made a great impact with the angel concept. I hope they continue to paint more. GG should be behind them.

Harry Merlo was once the founding CEO of Louisiana Pacific ( LP) , a large timber growing and composite board manufacturer company in the Pacific Northwest. It spilt off from Georgia Pacific who moved from Portland to Atlanta. LP was a dominant force and supplier to the home building industry. Harry Merlo ran LP like his personal fiefdom from the tallest building in downtown Portland and his word was not questioned. The board followed him obediently and the company kept growing and being respected. Until, it was discovered that the new composite board for house siding that was widely sold when placed on houses in wet weather began warping and turned unsafe and noticeably ugly. Individual lawsuits became class action lawsuits and a court ruled LP owed people hundreds of millions of dollars and had to replace the siding. Harry Merlo was fired when the court decided LP owed a fortune. Under extreme circumstances involving great financial losses and public humiliation, CEO's can be forced out of their positions.

Simon finally conquered Broon who died fucking him repeatedly. Yidian demanded his seed and devoured his soul. Now what happens? Simon has to report Bronn's death due to his repeated fucking him. The reason will be covered up. Amos will be in charge of the family. Simon no longer has to marry. Auren will see that Simon has gotten much stronger. Will he tell Simmon more of his plans and why he is in a hurry? I expect Simon is going to be surprised.

Connor has something planned to advance his take over of the campus. He is not going to recede. He also wants revenge, I think after his call to Matty that Connor will accuse Rusty of consorting with a male in the form of a cat boy. He will say Rusty is really gay!

Will now realizes he can change his mind after a year, He looks like he will attend as a freshman for sure. After listening to his Dad...." Will considers that he has flexibility. “That kind of puts this into a whole different perspective,” I said, my mind reeling at the thought of having options even after the first year of school. “Always have a contingency plan,"

I think Will is going to Harvard now, He realizes he has flexibility and can change if he does not like the school . He did not consider the possibility before.

A reason for a new story with Porvus causing trouble..... Porvus.... had been involved in actions that Jamie clearly felt were evil in nature, and normally would have wanted to see him punished for. But...there was something about the wily old mage that bothered Jamie, some feeling that he might again be valuable in a time of troubles. A portent?

Travis is 18 on April 20. He can stay save till then with Will's help.

The angels touch people. Armand and Carl need to paint another one. Each angel has its own important message. Armand thinks Carl will excel beyond his artistic abilities. These angels will become even more important as joint projects.

Dad said. “I think I’d be candid with my attorneys and try to work out something that would make my death useless to him.” Travis could write a will and leave all his assets to the Schuler Foundation ! Have the will ready to sign when he lands. The Foundation is substantial enough to have high powered lawyers to defend its claim and tie any dispute up for a long time and impair Daddy Buck's need for cash now. I wonder if Brad's comment was true. Maybe Travis is not his son and that would account for his hatred and desire to grab his estate to solve his financial problems.

Simon is a pawn for now. Bronn thinks he is his overlord and sexual master. Auren thinks he is his great teacher and needed supplier of male sexual partners to feed the demon inside Simon. Simon is betrothed to Bronn's daughter. This is not a stable mixture which can explode any time.