[ed note: this chapter is happening simultaneously with each snippet]
Em walked up behind Trev, fascinated by the image he was working on. “Whatcha doing?”
Trev looked up. “Take a listen and tell me what you think?”
“A distress signal, clear as day.”
Trev’s jaw dropped. “How—“
“Heard them all the time on the open water,” responded Em, not realizing this recording was only hours old. “The signal is very weak but the tone seems a little odd. Where did you get this?”
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Kyra pulled out the folio and placed her palms on the cover. Closing her eyes she said, “Papa, forgive me, for I have sinned.” Goldie noticed a bluish glow from Kyra’s quarters but thought the better of disturbing her.
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Cait picked flowers and watched Ariel chase after Maria, their dog. Solar activity continued to prevent any communication with the taskforce. Taking a deep breath, the aroma of love past took her places warm and tender.
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Tom walked into John’s office. “Team Kilo has made contact.”
“And?”
Tom smiled, “No survivors. We’re heading home boss. Mission accomplished.”
John starred through Tom, his index finger on his temple with his thumb under his chin.
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Calfuray looked at Mairi, then Dr. X and finally Shen. “We are approaching the Aegis. Make one move without my permission and I’ll gut the lot of you quicker than your sphincters can tighten round your pathetic little fingers.” No one moved—not even a blink.
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Von looked at Rog as Yul looked over his shoulder. “Your move.”
Rog surveyed the board. Moving a white triangle into position, it turned red. “How bout them dimplerods boss.” His laughter was short lived. Coming from outside Bravo, the sound was muffled but unmistakable. Code Red.
“Crap,” exclaimed Rog. “What now!”
Categories: Story, Calfuray, Kyra, Von, Rog, Trev, Emy, Caitlin, John Discovery
22 comments:
Itching to read the follow-up on all of these of course I am, but so enjoy these snippet chapters that wet the appetite and keep us wondering. Very, very nicely done, and extra nice since we weren't expecting an update.
Have so many questions - but I know, eventually, the answers will all be here.
Oh, who am I kidding - sins, distress signals, poor Mairi still stuck where she is, this story is the only thing that makes me wish time would go faster! That and presently, so you could be back here with us properly. :-)
Beautiful fractal.
Sweet dreams when you get that far, xo
Sweetest, thanks so much for your kind and sweet words. I'm exhausted and my brain has officially shut down for the night so I will have to leave a proper response for tomorrow. Just know, I appreciate the heck out of your enthusiasm for the story. :-)
Hope you got a good night's rest and woke feeling completely rejuvinated. :-) Have a good one, x
Sweetest, I slept like a baby and it was much needed. Always so good to stop by on a break and see a message from you. Hope and trust you are well.
As for the story, I wrote this snippet chapter a couple days ago and really wasn't all that crazy about it so I let it sit. Then I realized I was taking the story too seriously and I wasn't sure when I would have time to write the next chapter so I decided to go ahead and post it.
Lots of questions in this one, and to be blunt, at this exact moment, I don't have answers as much as options as to what happened or happens in several cases. I can tell you Kyra is not happy with her behavior toward Yul and this is what she is reflecting on and seeking guidance. I wouldn't be surprised if we see something happen between Calfuray and Kyra, a platform to witness some of Kyra's skills that we have seen little of so far. Then again, I could change my mind before it gets written. As for the distress signal, still not exactly sure in which direction that one is going to go. And, this is a big and, since Calfuray is bringing "guests" there is always the chance someone will survive and potentially become a regular character. Lastly, don't believe everything Tom says. :-D
Hugs and kisses my dearest sweetest one. :-)
In that case, I shall just have to leave you another. ;-D
First up, missing you like crazy, even though you are around, and yes, you may laugh. :-)
And as for the chapter, this is what it is. I mean this is the sense that from the very beginning you have not stuck to one particular formula when it comes to style, what they do all have in common though is that they are so well-written. With this, as with the 2-3 other snippet posts that you have done, as I have said a few times now, they wet the appetite so completely. I liked this chapter immensely, I like being left wondering what happens next, where these scenes are leading, but it's just another form of what you always do, what you are so adept at, maintaining interest.
The Kyra/Calfuray exchange you amongst the things that you mention is perhaps the one that I am most eager to see, but whatever happens in the story, whether this scene comes to be or not, one thing I've learnt is not to focus on any one thing or hope that it happens or doesn't happen, for in the end, it all comes right and is exactly as it should be.
:-)
Wishing you a most wonderful rest of the day, and sweetest dreams when you get that far.
Love and hugs, x
OMG Tre I saw ur pic in Autumn's slide show and Im proposing to ya LOL! U look like Lorenzo Lamas in that pic :)
Keshi.
Oh Keshi, that is the sweetest thing anyone has said to me in a long time. Okay, move to the head of the class. I've got a seat for ya right next to the teacher. :-D
Sweetest, Kyra has some skills that have been alluded to and implied, call them hand-to-hand combat if you like, that I have not directly written about. In part, perhaps, because I've never written a fight scene (at least in any sort of detail) and in part because I'm not all that certain how to write about her unique skills. But I do think it is time for Kyra to rise to the next level in separating herself from the rest of the crew. I know she has already done this with her ability to move been this world and the world to come so to speak, but I think we need to see more of her "earthly" abilities.
As always, I do appreciate your very kind words. Keep looking. One never knows when inspiration will strike again and time permits and the next chapter "happens." :-D
I liked the way you wrote this; knowing what was happening in all places. I've got them mapped in my head.
OK, yeah, now what?!
*HUUUGS* to you and Jack!
Well, I have some ideas and Jack has some other ideas so I guess it depends on whose ideas win out. :-D
Oh, and I've already put you down as a vote for the Jack side. :-D
Nice to see you Karen. :-)
Oh yes, I am on Jack's side. I'm thinking he needs to take over for another post. Let him loose ;-)
I see that u dun like Lamas..:( Sorry but u'd be happy to know that many girls think he's HOT hehe.
Tre actually ur hotter ;-)
Keshi.
Great post. Glad to see your able to keep your sanity through all that work stuff to still write with amazing quality.
t/c
Meg
Keshi, I like Lorenzo. Moving to the head of the class is a very good thing. You are wearing a skirt aren't you?
:-D
Thanks Meg. Your kind words on this chapter are very much appreciated. I have the weekend to myself (outside of four playoff games--lol) so perhaps I can put work aside long enough to move the story forward. I have been posting a new image each day on Trebuchet and have a few more in reserve to keep that going a bit longer. Have a great weekend Meg. :-)
Karen, I think Jack prefers if I keep a tight hand on him. The boy is a contact player. :-D
Thanks....you have a great weekend too...I plan to, once I finish this work day....
Meg
BTW, what else you plan to do those four free days???
Play?
I hope you get to :)
Meg
Oops, I didn't mean four days - I meant the weekend....duh.....
its been a long week, thank god its almost time to unwind :)
t/c
Meg, I only have two "must do" goals for the weekend. See the beach and watch the playoffs. :-D
I would expect no less from Jack ;-)
He is a hands-on kinda guy. :-D
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