We’ve had a crazy, busy week here in NE TN, and now it’s the first of the month, which means more running. We’ll try to keep things to a minimum, but it’s hard. Bills must be paid. Groceries must be bought. All the normal things can become daunting tasks when you’re both disabled. However…
Today is Saturday, and that means it’s time for a new Rainbowsnippet*!
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The Setup: Etain, Brigit, Mateo, and Mateo’s son, Robert, are quickly coming to realize the seriousness of their situation and have learned that their captors speak Etain’s native tongue, Alyward, fluently. They also know a little Terran Common, a future variant of several Earth languages that is the basis of trade within the Human-Takla Empire. The question is, where did these creatures learn either language?
“Go.” The creature shoved Etain toward Brigit, Robby, and Mateo.
“How do they know you’re Alyward?” whispered Brigit when Etain rejoined them.
“No talk!” A white cloak pushed a metal rod against Brigit’s leg. Electricity popped when it made contact, and Brigit spasmed with pain, landing on the fake-path floor at Etain’s feet.
Robby reached for Brigit, but his father pulled him back, shaking his head and mouthing no.
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I wonder if these beings are as scary as they seem or if this is really just their security system and they’ve been given a reason not to trust intruders.
Liking the tension!
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Thank you. Tensions should be high in this scene. It’s called fear of the unknown.
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I wonder if these beings are as scary as they seem or if this is really just their security system and they’ve been given a reason not to trust intruders.
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That’s an interesting question, AM. Guess you’ll just have to wait to see how things develop. 🙂
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Really curious to know who the captors are and what they want.
(And can I borrow their cattle prod? I know a few people I could use it on…)
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Oh, I know a few people myself. And, keep the idea of cattle and who’s the cattle in mind as you read along. There’s a good hint in there somewhere.
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Terrifying, kept me hanging on the edge of my seat, and wanting to lash out at his captor. I really felt a rush of rage at his physical violence.
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It’s a dangerous situation… one they’ve still not come to fully understand the depth of. They will soon enough.
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Nothing about this looks good. And speaking Alyward? That’s fishy… (loved this) 🙂
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There’s a reason for the language usage, but Etain doesn’t know who they are dealing with… yet.
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Oh dear. They are in big trouble.
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Yes, they most certainly are.
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Ooo nice and tense.
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Thank you.
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Uh-oh. Tough situation! ❤
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Yes, it is. Thanks.
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Intense snippet! I’m scared for them.
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Intense. Yep. They are definitely worried.
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