Monthly Archives: April 2025

“Understood.” Bell smiled.  “I’ll try to make sure no strange customs are exposed.” The Senior Inspector waddled across the tarmac. Bell turned to face him, hands forward, palms up.  That was supposed to be the polite formal greeting for a … Continue reading →

He shook his head.  “In that case, I believe that this conversation has advanced to its natural stopping point.” “Agreed,” Broadbent said.  “I’m always happy to talk with you on issues of mutual interest.  That’s one of the reasons I … Continue reading →

 * * * * The end of a long walk brought Winston to the Sheriff’s headquarters and city jail.   He barely managed to hang up his hat when his grandfather called from his office.  “Winston, where were you?  Did you … Continue reading →

“Please find her,” Rudolph asked.  “She’s a very good woman, always treats her ranch hands honestly, never hurt a soul who didn’t deserve it in her life.” “I’ll try,” Winston said.  He touched his brow and went on his way. … Continue reading →

“Precisely,” Bronkowski said.  “While licensing is only mandatory within the Republic, all neighboring states have willingly and voluntarily agreed to impose the same requirement on their naval architects, so don’t think you can hire from some lesser species beyond the … Continue reading →

“The Stellar Republic Intelligence Services are all-seeing,” Brankowski answered.  “Also, given your circumstances, well, if I were running your operation I would be vigorously planning to build spaceships.  We seem to  have different perspectives on the matter.” “I welcome you … Continue reading →

Winston pulled his pocket notebook, jotted down bead colors and the author of the table.  “Sorry I wasted your time with an unsolved mystery.”  He recovered the samples. “No  not a waste,” Karl said, “and I’ll get you some names, … Continue reading →