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I did not see that coming.

Thanks! It looks like there will be a two week delay in posting the next chapter because of my family vacation.

Thanks! I am on my tablet using a public wi-fi as the wi-fi at our resort is crap. So I could not thank you sooner!

Chapter 18 General Quarters! My dreams were shattered at 4:30 when the General Quarters alarm sounded and Hal was suddenly doing a general broadcast to the family: {A Naval Intelligence officer and a unit of Marines are about to blast through the security hatch at the docking entry way. As soon as they do, I am going into silent mode and following the protocols we previously discussed. Good luck!} Grandfather sent, {Let's dress and shut off that damn alarm. Abel Jr. get on the horn and te

As usual, Mr. Arbour has built-in a bit of drama that he will probably exploit in a way that surprises all of us. He does seem to be able to keep us guessing. As for as twins, I suspect that if we see any twins, it will be Tiffany making that announcement. Woudln't it be strange if they were fraternal and one was Wade's and one was Matt's?

Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday James! Your travel blogs & pics are fabulous!

I should think that telepaths would become used to keeping secrets by habit, otherwise they would become too obvious. Good food is always an important part of any story in my opinion. I've never understood people who don't care about food. On a personal note, when I was out in the bush while in the infantry in Vietnam, we always reminisced about real food back in the world as we ate our rations. It was something to keep us sane and connected.

The cousins are a breath of fresh air for Abel III and the whole ship. They are infectiously good humored and I'm glad you like them. The decision to marry can be crystal clear when both parties are given free access to the other's deepest thoughts and feelings. It's another result of being telepathic.

I hope you use caller ID and don't answer the phone when people from the place of your former employment call..... Everyone is entitled to a little peace and quiet while savoring their unemployment.

I think that someone else had it more right when they thought it is more likely a matter of perception. The Lord by virtue of his birth and upbringing has an aristocratic (not upper class) point of view. I too think he perceives Wade to be at least upper class and treats him with the reserve and respect due a gentleman. While Matt may be upper class in Cleveland, he probably comes across much more middle class to Alex and he treats him as such. Someone he can let loose with and not worry about his actions or appearances in private. I think it is so ingrained in the aristocracy to treat other gentlemen as gentlemen, that they can't escape it even in a moment of passion. So while I don't see any evidence of a personality disorder or a worse mental problem yet, I do see class coming into it

Home again? It didn't feel like coming home. I agree with Cole, wanting more!

The idea of being telepathic is intriguing, but also daunting. At the very least it is a double edged sword. The idea of using it to exercise mind control of others is the scary part.

I grew up in a family with six siblings. I learned to like most things or got to go hungry! However, I do like food and it is a constant battle. My answer is walk, walk, walk. Good thing I have a dog! Thanks for reviewing!

Just a thought provoked by the discussion here. When I was a young man, the thought of old men having sex was repugnant. When I was a middle aged man, I worried that I wouldn't be able to have sex when I got old. As an older man, the thought of old men not being able to have sex is repugnant. The wheel turns. Happily, I've got to agree healthy ageing has its advantages.

With the household split up between Escorial, Malibu, Chicago and Boston I suspect that Mark will continue to employ multiple narrators depending on where the story takes us. With the digs in New York, and also in Hawaii, not to mention Wades Virginia estate, there is no shortage of locales. I wonder if Wades little brother is going to be stuck in California while Wade moves to Boston? The story has a target rich environment of potential story lines, all seemingly carefully set up by our cunning author and I for one am ready for wherever it leads us.

Going slow is romantic, but only to a point. More please!

I hear what your are saying, but keep in mind, they are telepathic and have traded an awful lot of information that Abel has not chosen to share with his log....

You are so blest and you appreciate it besides! I hope this vacation continues to be the highlight of your life so far! Hugs!

Happy Birthday Anyta Sunday!

The Lady Elgin seems to be provoking a gradually stronger response from Granger. I'm betting that she eventually appreciates the gravity of her errant ways with perhaps some slight instruction from her husband. Perhaps she will serve one purpose however, and that is to make Granger appreciate Carolyn for never being boorish.

Very nice and very profitable for our poor George! Lady Elgin is slow to get the point that her behaviour is counter-productive. However, it is a long voyage and I'm sure she eventually will as the consequences do seem to be increasing....

Thanks for reviewing and it was great that everyone accepted the hurried relationship. But remember these are telepaths and it is a bit easier for them to check to see what a person is really thinking---and why!

Well the public was told they were limited to the Orion spur to avoid contact with the Elder races...Yet a challenge does seem inevitable, but maybe not just in the way expected.

Chapter 17 The Party and Afterward I awoke the next morning with Dennis spooned up to my naked back with his rampant morning wood, laying vertically up the crack of my ass and I luxuriated in sensual enjoyment of the moment. His arms were wrapped around me and I felt at peace and perfectly protected despite the funky smell that remained of our shared lovemaking. I also had a raging morning piss hardon and didn't know how long I could lie there before the urge to pee became overwhelming.