Yep! Those bad guys are rather bewildered with the way their plans have gone awry.
The Auntie Arika healing was one of those times when the characters kind of took over from the author. It felt right and very much what Rhys would do so I left it there.
Bulldozers - next chapter.
WIDDERKIN VOE.
Chapter 12.
The adjudicator moved to his lectern.
"Ladies and gentlemen, after that extraordinary performance it is time to continue with the primary purpose of this meeting. I invite anyone with comments or questions to come to the front of the hall where we have a microphone available. Please introduce yourself by stating your name, and show-"
He broke off, startled by the yells of a group of five men who were rushing forward.
"Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!"
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Yep! As I think Rhys would say, 'Without magic we'd be cactus!'. (It's a strange saying but it expresses the sentiment well.)
We'll see Benton's initial reaction in tomorrow's post.
Auntie Arika makes a special impression on almost everyone who comes in contact with her.
Rest easy - there are no immediate concerns with the 'special' quartz.
Lol - I did spend about an hour on the next chapter this morning. - maybe this urgency and seriousness warrants a delay so the anticipation can build to new heights????
You are so right about the media manipulations of, 'big business and big government', - a scary part of today's world.
Kieran was outraged when he saw Benton's plans and I think that was a moment for realisation of just what they might be up against.
Thanks so much, @jkeeling. I hope the coming chapters will hold your interest too.
The 'great story', as you put it, is still in the early days of it's unfolding.
Yes, a world-wide mining corporation has formidable resources at its call.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback - every comment is an affirmation that the story has some value.
WIDDERKIN VOE.
Chapter 11.
Kieran's mind switched from contact with Maurice and opened himself to the general feeling of the people gathered out in the council hall. Yes! Excitement and tension, noticeably stronger since the arrival of the elders.
"You don't feel distracted now, so what did Maurice say this time?"
Kieran wondered why Rhys said ‘feel’ instead of ‘look’.
"Nothing, really. He’s amused because I keep making checks for Ranevargar when I don't need to."
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