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SCHOLAR: ENGLISH LITERARY THEORIES

THEORY OF THE SCENE:  The scene is a place where ideas are brought forward.  Ideas originate from innovation and creativity. Creativity is a faculty of the right hemisphere of the brain.  Stimulation from the environment causes the individual respondent to use his or her brain to think critically.  In thinking critically, the person uses creativity to generate innovation.  When creativity becomes innovation it results in a pitch to the scene at which point it is then transformed into a work such as a screen play or music or a video etc. (Multimedia).  The scene exists because of social learning.  The scene is used to generate ideas of operations, strategy and tactics.  These ideas are spread to the mass market via multimedia distribution.  The better the ideas the higher the probability that the country can protect itself and remain in it's position.  The scene has been coming up with ideas for the establishments intrigue for a very long time.  It is a social learning process designed to feed people solutions in situations circumstances and scenarios depicted in its arts.  Culture and propaganda are a secondary result of this process.  

THEORY OF CULTURAL LITERARY TECHNIQUE:   In this writing technique the writer uses trends culture and commonly accepted and advertised depictions.  The writer uses parts of these in what he or she is writing.  This results in a pullback and shift so as to make the literary prose appealable or relatable building the atmosphere and tone of the story.  An example of this technique being used is the following:

“He eats two eggs and ham.  Somehow the eggs were green, he didn’t know if they had gotten spoiled.”

This verse from Merlin’s Medicine (Timothy Luis 2023) is a reference to a Dr Seuss Childrens Book.  By using this technique it allows the individual to reminisce on their childhood because that’s when people read Dr Seuss.  Through reminiscing, a feeling of nostalgia can be experience hence enhancing the tone of the literature.  There are many benefits to writing using this technique of which include the aforementioned but also to allow the expansion of the meaning of the original work.  By using this reference in the story, the author of Merlin’s Medicine can convey that he would like to perhaps have a child or he may be targeting people that would like children or are working with children to help these children grow and develop through literations.  

THEORY OF ECONOMIC LITERARY TECHNIQUE:  This technique used existing economic person's, places, things or events as placements within literature.  It attempts to take these actualities and incorporates them into a piece of literature for the purpose of propaganda.  This technique increases the relatability to the stories theme.  An example of this literary term being used is within Merlin’s Medicine as follows: 

“It gives me a sense of meaning in my life and I feel valued as a result of it.”  In the horizon, Jejomar could see a shack with a sign that says foodie goody.  It was an interesting looking structure because it had several tables on its patio.  He hasn’t seen anything like this before and he was really curious to try it.  As they approached foodie goody ….”

Another example within the aforesaid work includes: 

“It is I, Jejomar of land plot 0413. I come to ask you several questions.” Her voice was so soothing and he couldn’t wait to hear that beautiful voice.”

The use of this literary term allows the establishments mentioned (foodie goody and 0413) to gain exposure.  It also creates publicity and hype for the business establishments.  Using the economic literary technique also provides a means by which the values of those businesses can be shared with others.  Use of this technique is to be considered "economiphos", part of the Greek lexicon, "economic" and "style."

THEORY OF LITERARY GENRE “DREAM:” Fictional stories can be written as a simulated dreams.  In writing this genre, a mashup of multiple random phenomena things or events come together to create a fictional story.  In this type of writing phrases and sentences can have grammatical errors.  It's a depiction of the NREM and REM state of sleep, all to stimulate the mind and to simulate a dream.  All the parts connect and it creates a theme than it results in a story.  This is a type of free-range writing.  It consists of writing what's on your mind.  This style of writing is perfect for freedom of expression and freedom of speech.  By using this style of writing you can be assured that what is outputted somewhat represents the disorganized thought of dreams, only for the subconscious to put it all together.

THEORY OF ENCODING:  Fictional stories can be written in code.  This code can be decrypted and unlocked to find the true meaning of the story.  Usually, the code is intended for a specific audience.  Messages can be transferred from the authors mind to the reader depending on whether the reader knows the context.  Code writing has a long history in cryptology. 

THE THEORY OF ENGLISH LITERATURE CONTEXT RELATIVITY:  When a story is written, events, persons, places and things must be relative to one another.  Every noun in a story has a cause and effect.  If “A” happens “B” must happen.  This relativity is called “formal” and “informal” logic.  But in Criminology it is referred to as determinism and essentialism (Akers 2013). These connected events allow a connection to other events within the web and he path a certain trajectory takes moves along a path of cause and effect.  Until the story reaches an ending.

WORK CITED

Akers et al. (2013). Criminological Theories. New York. Oxford University Press.  

Ross- Kerr. et al. (2006). Canadian Fundamentals of Nursing. Ontario. Elsevier.

Timothy Luis.  (2023).  Merlin’s Medicine.  British Columbia.  New Register Publications. 

SOCIAL: MERLIN'S MEDICINE

 

 

This story herein is written with consideration of a rating of PG13.  PG13 means that:  The content herein are catered for a specific demographic.  The demographic this literature pertains to are considerate of the stipulations of the rating.  Any and all imagery that are explicit have been removed. 

A long time ago near the gates of Athens, lies a town called Troy.  In this Town, there was a young lad named, Jejomar.  Jejomar was a young lad that had problems with himself.  He wanted to be a man already.  He was dissatisfied with the way he looked, dissatisfied with his lack of athleticism and he wanted change.  Jejomar would always be lingering in the town square.  The town square was a bristling place where many folks would gather and congregate.  He would often observe young lasses that were fair and to his liking.  Some young lasses beard traits that would indicate uncouthness.  He didn’t care, he was yet intrigued regardless. 

On a back alley within the confines of the town square he stumbled upon a young lass by the name of Boot.  Boot was a lass that loved things in a particular way.  She loved to be painted by young lads that appreciated her fairness.  This lass had brunette hair and had pale white skin with lush red lips.  Her height was similar to Jejomar’s and he always observed her stature.  He appreciated how her appendages would freely be revealing.  He got randy on the occasion.  Boot, loved being painted and she would always be painted in the same position at every painting.  She felt that it was her elegance and she wanted to show her painters her exhibition.  The painters would often sing or read verses from literature as they painted her.  Jejomar wanted to be like the painters that paint Boot.  So, he approached her on that fateful day.    It was broad day light, and the broad was standing near a tree.  The tree’s leaves would make crunching noises as if autumn was approaching and the lilies on the foot of the tree glowed a bright violet.  This made Jejomar nervous.  As he slowly walked towards Boot, she glared at him with sharp eyes.  Jejomar walked towards her and said, “miss, I think I may have misplaced my rucksack.  I’m uncertain as to its whereabouts.”

Boot replied, “rucksack…  The painters always let me into their rucksack. And they would always have paint brushes and palettes with them as they carried their easels.  I’m not sure I have had the pleasure of being acquainted.”

“I am Jejomar.”

“Jejomar from what year and town did that name originate.”

“It came from a year into the beyond and some place there hither.”

“Rubbish” she responded.  "Just rubbish.  Is this how you treat a lass?  By giving her bologna?  I want to be painted.  If you paint me than I’ll give you my affection, so paint me in my house, I live over there.”

Jejomar responded, “my dear, I don’t have any tools by which to paint, I just have my rucksack which I have miss placed. Have you happened to notice it?”

Boot replied, “no paint no rucksack.”

Jejomar proceeded to say, “good day to you and I sure do hope we meet again.”

Upon reflecting on his encounter with Boot, he felt that he needed to work on his athleticism.  Painting to him was like a game.  He thought he needed to develop his endurance and stamina as well as use the faculties of his mind to come up with something unique.  He felt remorse about the way he was treated by Boot and as he walked to his home, he thought about that interaction constantly.  He thought that if he said it another way or if he practiced before approaching her or if he had fair traits, it would have helped him bag her.  He needed to look for his rucksack and by the time he went home, he was unable to find the rucksack.

The next morning, Jejomar gets up from bed and goes to prepare his breakfast.  He eats two eggs and ham.  Somehow the eggs were green, he didn’t know if they had gotten spoiled.  Regardless, he makes his way to the marketplace of town, down to the east.  As he approaches several stalls, he starts to bargain with Merchants.  There was a particular Merchant who caught his eye.  Her name was Scratch and Win.  He had noticed this lass prior however, on this day she was looking particularly dandy.  He could see her blond hair all done up nicely and properly.  He notices that her blush lights up her face and he immediately looks away as she turns her head towards his direction.  He thought that this can only go in one direction and that he is going to go and couple with her.  His desire for coupling with her is intense and he feels a certain hesitation as he has yet to make the leap.  Never the less, he persists on courting her with chivalry. 

Before Jejomar goes to approach Scratch and Win he ensures that he has his composure maintained.  He looks carefully at her stall noticing that there is an entrance to the back area of the shop.  He looks around the stall to see what she is selling.  He is then approached by Scratch and Win as he enters the inner part of the stall.  He says, “hi there, I’m looking for some trousers.” 

She responds “trousers.”  I have a variety of “trousers.” For what reason to do need these trousers?” she asks.

Jejomar responds, “I need them to complete my summer suit.”

Scratch and Win asks, “what is a summer suit?”

Jejomar cheekingly says, “it’s a proper suit for the sunny weather and a suit that with ease you can use to have me the way you want.” 

“You don’t have any fair traits, tell me for what reason do I want you?” She responds.  Jejomar reacts with a facial expression of remorse.  He wanted so badly to have the fair traits that she seeks.  He thought that if “Amy” could accept her, he would be happy.  Amy is a women that Jejomar dreams about.  Amy is his ideal women.  Jejomar always thinks to himself about the delicious blueberry pies that Amy makes in his dreams.  He uncouthly wants to place his pointy and middle finger joined together on the center of it, thrusting it in an upward and downward direction.  Only if he was a bit more athletic, he would certainly bag Scratch and Win.  Regardless, Jejomar didn’t give up, it was not in his nature to call it quits and at this point he had nothing to loose.  In his day and age, he hasn’t ever stopped doing what he does because there was a barrier, he always found a way to make it right.  He thought to himself, “If I am the way I am, I should have something redeemable for this fine lass.”

He says “because you and me hither can go and venture forth and have an adventure, I’ll be your biggest adventure!” 

Scratch and Win responds, “I am not looking for an adventure, what type of lass do you think I am?  I am for a gentle man that has traits that I seek.  You do not possess those, now tell me why shalt I engage in relations with a person such as yourself?”

“I do not know but what is certain is that we can have fun, I am not like the other men but you know I rather know how to bite their heads off.” He anxiously responded. 

Scratch and Win says, “well you have some utility than.  Care to come into the back shop for some tea and krumpets?” Jejopmar noticed that she seemed intrigued about the way that he delivered his sentence.  He took note of it and stated, “why sure, I guess I can spare some of my precious time for some shenanigans.”

She responded, “well come in, come in and see what else I have for you.”

“Why thank you I rather like going in.” Jehjomar responded.  Whilst on his way towards the door which was red and tall, he noticed several flowers at her table most notable yellow tulips.  And on that table was several photographs.  A photograph of what seemed to be another lass as fine as Scratch and Win.  He thought to himself, “I need to play this game so I can get what I want.  And I want it all and that’s what I have been doing.”  He says, “you have quite a store here I’m intrigued at your selection, what is it that you prefer to sell?”

She responds, “I love to sell blouses and trousers.”

“For what reason?” Jejomar asks.

“I enjoy how they look on the lads and lasses, It gives me a sense of appreciation.”  Scratch and Win responds.  “Would you like me to select something for you?  Do you trust me?” She asked cautiously.  “Can you afford it?” She added. 

“Yes.” I have a plenty of pretty pounds and sterling’s just for this occasion, you’ll be surprised.” He responded.

“Ahh.  I like that, you seem like a lad that can duly support a fine young lass.”  Scratch and Win says.

“I do a good job making those that I like happy.” He spoke.  As Scratch and Win walked the isles of the back of her shop, Jejomar was watching every move.  He noticed the curvature of her body and how voluptuous her appendage was.  He couldn’t resist and he just wanted those appendages all over him.  So, he made the move.

“I rather want to try some trousers and then how about the tea and krumpets?”  He asked.

“Oh.  Here, I found the right trousers and blouse for you.”  It is black velvet trousers with a navy blue blouse, I’m sure you’ll look just fair in these.”  She speaks.  Jejomar takes the clothing and he attempts to go to the changing room to fit them.  Shortly he returns to Scratch and Win without wearing the trousers.  He says, “why, I need larger trousers.  I love the agility with my legs, take a look at my calves?  Here, take a look, see.”

Scratch and Win looks carefully at his legs while saying, “o what nice legs you have, you must have trained hard to get such definition.  Did you learn that from the serfs?” She asked.

 “I have worked with several serfs on my plot of land from the nobles.  And I believe every individual has something to teach.  I take only what I want and then I move on.”  He responded. 

“Ah that is rather intelligent, tell me about your Lord and your plot of land.” She asked with intrigue.

“Well, I live just down yonder that path away from the market place and near the town hall next to the academy.  I was given a plot of land from my father whom had passed away when I was young.  I decided to cultivate it through hiring serfs through the nobles.  I have worked diligently to amass tax free rights from the tax borders of several districts.  I am rather well seen by most as I vend a major staples in this community, I don’t know if you have heard of it but its called beef bourguignon.  People make this eloquent dish from the staples that I sell.”

She responded, “why, what on daisy is that?” 

Jejomar says, “it is a dish that consist of wine, beef, carrots and mushrooms.”

“O, I love food.” She says, coming closer and closer to him. 

“You would love me than, I make the best dish of beef bourguignon, you should try it some time.”

“I certainly am interested, now take my hand, I have the tea and krumpets prepared for you in the next room.”

Jejomar slowly takes her hand and he notices how soft her skin was.  It triggered several vivid uncouth images in his mind regardless he went on following her to the next room.  As he walked into that room, he noticed a dresser, a side table and a large bed.”  He says, “o what nice room this is…”

She responds, “yes I rather enjoy being here, it’s a place that I use to relax away from the bustling marketplace.”  She added, “I feel at ease here and I can bring and invite people in.”

Jejomar says, “o what nice bed you have,” as he takes a seat on the side of the bed.  “Come hither with the tea and krumpets” he added. 

She takes the items and brings it to him.  And he says, “I like it when you serve me like this, I feel special.”  They continue conversation for an extended duration and they end up in a laying position facing one another. 

She says “are you having a good time, because I’m having a good time.  It doesn’t matter because you’re with me.” 

He responds, “yes.”

Scratch and Win states, “I rather enjoy your vibe.  I feel at ease and I had a wonderful night.”  He responds, “I like you.” 

And she says, “o look at these photos that I have, I’ll have to get them from my table where I keep my tulips.” 

She goes and grabs the photos and as she walks off he notices her bosom.  He couldn’t believe how proportionate she was.  When she returned, she laid next to him on the bed, slowly taking the photos in front of him.  “Here is what I want to show you, lets play a game…”

“What game is it that you want to play?”

“Tell me who is the fairest of them all?”  She asked as she showed him the photos. 

He wanted her and wanted to see her again, so he responded with, “why Scratch and Win you are the fairest of them all.”  She blushed, and then gave him a kiss on the cheek.  He couldn’t help himself as his excitement was making his heart pound.  There was an issue though, it was nearly the stroke of 12am. 

He said, “I must go my dear, I must tend to something urgently.”

She asks, “for what reason?” 

He says, “I do not have time to explain to you however it is imperative that I go.”

“I’ll rather miss you; would you please return?” she asked.

“Why sure, when you have the right size trousers.”  He spoke. 

He took off past the big red door in a hurrying manner.  As he left the store, his anxiety started to subside.  He felt that that was plenty of emotion for today.  He does not like feeling emotions.  Only if he could get over his inhibitions, he would bag that lass.  He thought to himself, why me of all the gentlemen here in this town.  Why do I have this issue.  He felt very remorseful and a slew of negative emotions started to make him reflect on his recent interactions with women.  He felt that he needed to have a drink and so he went on to the pub away from the marketplace and just down the path where the carnations blossom.  He noticed how dark it was, but the various colors of dark carnations made him sadder because he was in darkness.  He continued on the path to the pub.  As he entered the pub, he went to the nearest seat ordering several ounces of beer.  That night he continued to drink, until he couldn’t drink anymore.  He got confused and dazed.  He paid for his drinks and he made his way to his residence.  In a path near the marketplace a strange man with a white coat approaches him.  He says, “come my lad, I have something for you.”  “You seem like a fine young lad, I am Merlin.” 

Jejomar asks, “what is it that you want from a chap like me? I am here in the dark and I am not having a good time.  I have been drinking Sir, and I am confused beyond anything.” 

Merlin says, “not to worry my lad, I have a solution that you can avail of.  I want to make you a prize to be won.”

“Jejomar asks, a prize to be won?  That is a load of bologna.”  He says, “thank you next.”  As he walks on, he stumbles through the path.  He notices that that man is following him.  He says “let me be.  I want to move on from this agony.”

The man responds, “chap, come to my shop, I bear something that can help you in your journeys, I assure you that it is going to be worth your while.”  Jejomar couldn’t think at this moment, he felt that he had a bit too much to drink.  He could barely walk.  And that’s when he realized he needed to stay for a while in a safe place so he said, “sure I’ll go to your shop but assure me this, what it is that you possess certainly is going to help me in my tribulations. “

Merlin responds, “I guarantee you that and more.”  He adds, “follow me.”  They walk down several paths past the academy where a hidden path to another part of the town lies.  He noticed the red roses glistening moonlight off of their petals.  He said, “are we there yet.”

Merlin states, “that right there, that tall edifice therein, that is my humble abode, my shop.  Lets make haste.”  They walk towards the structure and they enter the shop.  Jejomar could barely see clearly; it was all so blurry.  Merlin says “in this vile is a concoction.  It is going to give you what you seek.”

“He thought to himself, I just want Amy.”  Jejomar was dazed.

Merlin hands him the vile.  Jejomar notices that its color had a tinge of orange like rust.  He did not know what this was.  He notices the large mirror to the side of the shops desk.  Merlin says, “take this and you become what you want to be my son.  You are going to look at the person in the mirror and that person is going to look back at you and that’s the person you want to be.”

Jejomar couldn’t process that information as he had too much to drink, so he decided to take the leap finally and just tackle it.  He felt woozy as the concoction entered his mouth.  He could taste how bitter it was.  After that, “he felt a jolt of energy like a thunder bolt from the sky.  He had not felt anything like this before.  He could feel all his senses attuned.  Merlin says, “tomorrow my son when you awake, you are going to be a prize.  I am certain of it and I guarantee it because I am that good.  Come again, and remember the location of my shop.”  The concoction had made him super aware; he was sure that he would recall every moment of it even though he was drunk.  The concoction had an effect as to reverse some of the negative effects of the beverages he drank earlier. 

Jejomar said, “thank you sir.  I’ll certainly return if I need you.”

“You are welcome my son.” Says Merlin.  Jejomar then leaves the shop.  After 30 mins he approached his home.  It was 3am when he laid on his bed.  He was soundly asleep then. 

The next morning, Jejomar awoke.  He felt great and energized.  He had not felt this since he was a boy.  He felt that he had more stamina and agility, his thoughts were clear.  He loved it.  As he went to the bathroom to brush his teeth he noticed himself looking at the mirror.  His teeth were shining bright and many of his facial features became fair.  What sorcery was this?  He did not care because this is what he wanted.  Jejomar was so pleased that he decided to visit the town hall to pay Cookie a visit.  Cookie was the Mayor’s daughter.  She was always involved in many workings of the town.  He was so excited to see her. 

As he walked to the plaza of the market place, he noticed the birds.  There were many different types.  He noticed a black bird, a red bird and a white bird.  He didn’t know how they all came to gather on the tree next to the erected bench on the side of the path.  He was curious so he walked towards the bench and he noticed all the dandelions.  He brushed his hand on the bright yellow dandelions and he saw several pores fly in the air.  As he approached the birds, they chirped with cheer, he got closer and closer and closer, and they gawked and flew.  He noticed the fineness of these birds as if they had curvatures to their wings.  The chest of the birds was plump and vivacious.  As they flew, he noticed a squirrel.  The squirrel was busy eating away at its nut.  He smiled and thought to himself, what a squirrel.  He continued to walk down the path he noticed the Town Hall.  It was large and made of stone.  He often would take a second to feel the grit of these bricks as he thought that it was a stable foundation.  He admired bricks because it reminds him of his dad’s favorite color.  These were maroon.  He didn’t know why his father would like such an atrocious color however these bricks were sturdy and well built.  He walked towards the entry of the Town Hall past the door and he approached the clerk.  “Top of the morning to ya!  Madame.” 

“Hi, how can I be of your assistance?” The clerk asked. 

Jejomar replied, “I am looking for Lady Cookie; have you seen her”

The clerk looked at him with interest and said, “why, yes.  She is on the second floor.”

“Ah, Thank you.” He replied.  Jejomar then went on his way, down the hall and up the stairs to the right most corner of the hall.  He walked up the stairs slowly, so as to have a grip on the handle which had a breeze of gust from the window.  He felt nervous as he climbed up the stairs.  He was also excited to see Cookie.  He was thinking of the most recent time he seen her; it was several months ago and he was asking her questions about the levies on the land he owned.  At that time he wanted so badly to be with her and he would always try to find ways to communicate with her.  He always asked her lots of questions when he saw her whether it be in the Town Hall or in the market place.  He felt he was doing something to build the relations.  Regardless he continued onward to the door of her office.  He took a deep breath in and knocked.  He clenched his fist and commenced.  “Knock, Knock, Knock.” 

She replied, “who be there?”

“It is I, Jejomar of land plot 0413. I come to ask you several questions.” Her voice was so soothing and he couldn’t wait to hear that beautiful voice. 

“O yes!  Come in.  Come in.  Please.” She replied.  He thought to himself, “I hope she likes me today.”  Jejomar, grabbed the door knob being careful not to bump into it like when he was a kid.  He noticed her in a yellow dress, it looked marvelous.  It made him very happy and fulfilled to see her.  He thought to himself she looks like some flower.  He didn’t know what type of flower this was but it looked like a birds of paradise but a different color.  He was intrigued.  He then walked in slowly being sure to creep up ever so slowly.  As he did, he saw her eyes brighten up.  “Oh, You.”  She stated in a pale face. 

Jejomar thought to himself, “thank you Merlin!”  And he heard her say, “how are you today?”

He said, “I am duly fine and yourself?”

“I am alright, I have many things to do today, I’m trying to go for tea but all this has put me behind my schedule.” She replied. 

“Ahh,” he said.  “I have yet several questions for you mi Lady.” He uttered. 

He could notice her looking at his hat and she said, “I adore your hat.  When I was a kid, I used to go to the orchestra with papa and I loved it.” She said. 

He replied, “thank you, I didn’t know we had this in common.  I especially liked how the farmers in that orchestra gathered the raw hay and used it as part of their papyrus from the raw harvest.  It was super special.”

She said, “yes, it was certainly interesting.”

“I have several things to ask and I then have a short presentation mi Lady, is that okay?”  He stated. 

“Certainly.”  Cookie replied.

“First thing on my agenda today, how much are the levy fees this month?”

She stated, “let me check. Hmmmm..  Ummmm.  It is about 10 pounds.”

He responded, “oo is there any way I can perhaps get an extension of a few days, Mi Lady?”

She said, “yes but if you must know, there is a new order from policy that states that if you exceed three days, there is a surcharge of 2 pounds.”

He responded, “a surcharge?”

“Yes you must add two pounds to the ten pounds making it a total of twelve pounds.  Is that an issue?”

“Madam, no, it certainly is not, I bear plenty of harvest from my land,” He also said,  “I am sure that I can come up with that.”

“Well,” okay she replied.

Next question, he could notice her continuing to look at his hat.  It is black and long with a base that extends around the circumference of the head.  It had an image of straws of hay which were used to create papyrus.

Next question, “I have a flood of water on my plot of land that is a bother, can you get the community workers to tend to it?”

“Yes,” she said, “and there is not a charge for this service as you are a tax payer.”

“O yeah, thank you, There are plenty of duckys floating on this flood of water, please be careful of them as they tend to eat the straws of hay and it causes them much grief, often I have to pull them out of the flood to rescue them, it is very frustrating.” He responded. 

“Definitely, it is of my utmost priority.”

“Alright” he stated.  I have a short presentation for you, its with regards to the community event in the plaza.  I am going to be vending various items with regards to beef bourguignon.”  I want you to approve of these products before I put them on the stall.  I have carrots all fresh and mushrooms as well.  The carrots have a bright orange look and a darker green leaf.  Their taste is earthy and juicy.  As for the mushrooms, they are grown well in a dark place and I have tasted them in the beef bourguignon.  They are delicious.  The onions on the other hand have a bitter flavor and make a good addition to the dish.  And lastly, the beef.  The beef comes from another town, a town over and the town before.  This beef has been grown with grass and has a nice flavor.  I am certain that this beef makes for good beef bourguignon.”  These are the items I have to vend on the town event. 

She says, “you have a tough crowd.”  Through the presentation she noticed him and she observed him.  She could notice his fair features and he admired her.  On this particular day he observed that she was closely analyzing the presentation being particular of the tone of his voice and what he was saying.  He wasn’t expecting a compliment as she was always busy, let alone her increased interest in him.  This is when he found that he would like to please her.”  For goodness’s sake, she is the Mayor’s daughter, they don’t give compliments.  That excited him and she became special to him.  When Jejomar was done with the task he came to the Town Hall for, he bid her farewell. 

Jejomar said, “Madame, I am finished with this presentation and I must go.  I enjoyed your time today.  I am much thankful.” 

She walked towards him and she did it with ease as she said, “yes, you be safe.”

“Certainly,” he responded.  As he walked towards the door he thought to himself, although not much happened, it was something to get a compliment from such a fine dame, the Mayors daughter.  Oftentimes these women are too busy to notice anything.  He felt a sense of accomplishment as he walked off.  He thought to himself again, “I got an A.”  He was cheerful throughout the entire afternoon.  He noticed how the sun was rising up in the sky, it reminded him of her today.  And he was happy.  As he walked past the doors of the Town Hall, and then the path towards the plaza of the market place he saw something that he had not seen before.  He noticed a carriage.  The carriage was not like any other carriage he had seen before.  This carriage had a large “B” emblem on its side.  He wondered what that could mean.  He saw two women in the carriage.  He noticed they were pretty.  The first lass was broad and tall.  She had blond hair and a full body.  He could notice her very feminine shape. The other lass was shorter and beard darker black hair.  She had eyes like the moon and her attire was very colorful.  They stop the carriage before him. 

“Hault!” The blonde women yelled.  The large carriage came to a holt.  As the carriage came to a halt, he could hear the horses’ grooves push the ground and dirt aside.  The carriage then makes a stop just before his feet.  The blonde then says, “you there..  Who may you be?”

Jejomar, noticing that they were pretty and he says, “It is I, Jejomar and you?”

“I am Pinacolada and this is Confusion, we come from a land far a way, in the district of Renfrew.”  “We are here to have fun.”  Her voice was calm and subtle and she could hear Confusion murmuring to her.  Jejomar was getting very nervous and he didn’t know how to respond.  He was just a young chap from this community that has a lot and some crop, what could they possibly want from such a lad as himself.  The women started walking forward towards Jejomar.  As Jejomar stood, he was twiddling his hands in various ways.  He thought to himself, “I reckon they called me because of Merlin’s medicine.” “I wonder if it’ll work its magic on women I have not seen yet.”  Pinacolada approaches him and then stops.  She, says, “hi Jejomar, how do you do?” 

“I do well Madame.”  He responded in a sharp voice.  “To what interest do you have me?”

Confusion then walks forward and says “We are visitors, and we want to play.”

“Play, for what reason.  I am busy doing whatever it is I’m doing.  Why should I spend time with folk like yourselves?”

Pinacolada responds, “Jejomar, we have drinks.”

“Drinks?”  Jejomar asks.  “Why it is dusk and I really have to be going Madame.” 

Pinacolada says “no, you are to play.”

“What pleasure do I gain from engaging in such activity as that?”

Confusion with her subtle voice says, “fun, like we told you.” He could notice how she moved her hands as she said that phrase.  It was very gracious. 

Pinacolada says, “come with us, come with us. We have to tend to some errand’s and we have yet two to join us. It shall be a night that you remember.”

Jejomar responds, “alright but no funny business.”  He felt very intimidated by these two women and he didn’t know what they were up to.  He thought to himself, “why would they want me?” Although he had his inhibitions, he continued on to say, “what shall we do?”

Confusion says, “we are going to get two of our friends and we are going to drink.” 

She sounded excited and Jejomar loved it so he responded with, “alright.”

Pinacolada and Confusion walk with Jejomar towards the carriage.  Confusion says, “here have a seat, you will enjoy the breeze.”  Jejomar thought to himself that it was Merlin’s medicine that made this easy.  They, like the women he had known were all beautiful.  He loved it and he felt that he was on a cloud.  As Jejomar remained seated on the carriage, the two women took a seat.  Pinacolada sat beside him and Confusion in front of him.  He could only think of Amy and how close Pinacolada was to that image in his head.  Jejomar was so excited to be with these women and it was a step forward to his dream girl Amy.  All he could think about is how beautiful Amy is.  As the carriage was pulled by the horses, the three talked and chatted amongst themselves.  About 30 minutes after, the carriage comes to a complete stop in front of two tall women.  One of them had red hair and the other had brunette hair.  Jejomar felt so lucky that he was with all these different women.  He couldn’t help himself but he started to feel euphoria.  He was there and there with four women all together with different types of hair and they were all beautiful just like the women he had known.  The two women say, “howdy.”  Pinacolada and Confusion say, “get in you broads were going drinking.” The two women responded, “gladly.” 

Jejomar says to the two women, “hi, I am Jejomar.”  He wanted to be polite.  He was trying to behave himself around these broads because he was uncertain as to what they wanted from him.  The carriage moves forwards again and the operator says “we have reached our destination.  Behold, Mackie Park.”  Jejomar knew of this park and he was thrilled to be there as he hadn’t been there before.  The park was an exclusive park filled with various books.  He would often hear the scholars socially talk about these books amongst themselves and in people in the community.  Jejomar took a seat on a picnic table and he said, “what do we do next?

Pinacolada says, “well I have this.”  She brought with her a bottle with a dark yellow colored liquid.  She called it cotton candy.  Jejomar was excited.  The women gathered around the table and they all look at the bottle.  Confusion says “well, who is to drink first?” 

“I will,” Pinacolada says.  “I am needing to relax from the long travel we just had, lets hit it.” 

Confusion takes the drink and pours it onto a small cup.  It was like a tea cup but it didn’t have a handle.  “This here, it’s an invention of our land.  It is called a shot.  You put this water in and you drink it and then it makes you happy.”  He could notice how her colorful attire brought about brightness in the dark of the night.  He felt that it would make the corinthiums surrounding the picnic table shine.  As soon as Pinacolada took her shot.  Jejomar said, I want a shot, please give me a drink, I’m thirsty.” 

Confusion said, “Here have some, you’ll like it.”  “Jejomar drank the drink and as soon as it touched his tongue he tasted something he hadn’t before.  He liked it but he didn’t.  It was a feeling he hadn’t had.  A few minutes pass and he started to get woozy. 

He said, “I am going to..”  He was getting really dizzy and he continued, “do….  Stand up.”  Jejomar proceeded to stand up.  And as soon as he stood, His legs gave in, and he started to fall.  When he nearly reached the floor, Pinacolada held her arm and caught him.  The other women extend their hands offering a helping hand. 

“Don’t worry we have you,” Confusion stated.  Jejomar was grateful and he tried to stand up but he was still woozy.  They continued drinking through the night and by the time they knew it the carriage was there.  The operator said, “all aboard.”  They all then get into the carriage.  And the carriage was to bring them home.  As the carriage approached Jejomar’s town at its edge, the operator says, “young lad this is your stop.”  The carriage comes to a full stop, and he gets off hard, as he was still in a daze.  He rather loves this feeling and he wants to do it often. 

Jejomar says, “thank you kind women for having me tonight. Let’s have another again sometime.”  Pinacolada says, “we rather enjoyed our time with you Jejomar, thank you, you are sincerely a gentleman.”  The carriage then goes off on its way.  Jejomar had to walk from the edge of town to his lot.  It was a far walk.  He had to go through several paths but he was concerned about passing the alley on the plaza because that’s were the hooligans hang.  Jejomar continues on his way to his residence and he felt that his dizziness was still there.  He stumbled upon the paths and rocks that it are made of.  He was nearing the alley near the plaza were the hooligans gather.  He was concerned that what he drank and how he felt would make him unpresentable to those hooligans.  Regardless he didn’t have a care and he continued to stumble and walk.  Near the  end of the alley, he saw the shadow main hooligan through a window.  The main hooligan is the boss of the hooligans.  He didn’t know how to say the password to him to get through in that state.  The drinks kept Jejomar dizzy and he tried saying a few words to himself and he noticed that he was slurring his speech.  He continued on regardless.  As he approached the alley.  He noticed the boss’s henchmen.  He couldn’t quite see far enough to determine if the boss was around.  He was always so nervous passing this alley.  Jejomar continued to walk slowly regardless of his stumbling.  One of the two henchmen approach him.  He says, “password.”  Jejomar thought to himself, “I want to go…  Please don’t bother me.”  Jejomar stated, “good evening,” in a slurred way. 

That henchman said, “password.”

Jejomar was not able to recall the password.  He thought about it and thought about it.  It must have been the drinks.  He was still dizzy and woozy.  He tried to recall it and then it came.  Jejomar says, “cheese please.”

The henchman said, “well, well, well.  You know the password.  I’m taking you because your funny. The boss man is going to see you because of this.”  The henchman grabbed him by the collar and held his grip to his shoulder and said, “come with me.  You’re going to the goonies with the boss man.”  Jejomar was in fear.  He knew the boss man was very angry.  The boss man is a tall fellow and he has a pale face and brown hair that is pushed up all frizzy.  As the henchman continued to pull on his collar, he started to cough and he didn’t know what to do. 

Jejomar said, “please let me go, please!”  Jejomar was pulled within the alley and a side path where a red door greeted them.  The henchman pulls the door open and a man stood facing directly away from them.  There was little light within the room and it was dark.  Only a candle was lit which was near the tall man. 

The tall man said, “I have been expecting you.” 

Jejomar disorientated with what was going on says, “what do you want with me.”

The man says, “you know who I am, you have passed these alleys plenty of times.  I want you to work for me.”

Jejomar was shocked, he said, “Sir I am a dignified man and I work only for integrity.  For what reason should I come to you.  Why should I come to you?”

In response, the boss man says, “because I have what you need.”

“And what is that, I may ask.” Jejomar states. 

“I have the diamonds. Jejomar and these are going to make you even more shiny.  Is that not what you want?”  The boss man says. 

“You are kind.  But I am not coming to you.  For me to come to you, you need to do more stuff than just have diamonds.  I want it all even what you breath.” Jejomar slurred his speech and he felt so dizzy and nauseated.  He says, “can I go to the bathroom?” 

The boss man says, “you would like to go to the bathroom, what reason do you not want to work for me.  I am established.”  He said.  

Jejomar says, “I have my own shindig and I am doing that.  Now can I go to the bathroom?  And I want to get out of here early please.” 

The boss man says, “very well.  But know this, the next time you pass through my beloved ally, you and I are going to work together.  I assure you the diamonds.  Now go off on your way and I won’t bother you tonight.”  The boss man says.  Jejomar goes off, and stumbles onto the bathroom.  He notices that there are fumes in the bathroom and he noticed some smoky water on the sink.  He, liked the smell of the fumes.  It was a fruity smell and the smoke was going up in the air all the way to the pipes.  Regardless, Jejomar did his thing.  Jejomar was escorted to the other side of the alley by the henchman.  The henchman said, “next time, its going to be more exciting.” 

Jejomar didn’t know what he meant but he said, “let me be.” 

The henchman says, “have a good night.”  Jejomar still inebriated continued off onto the path that leads to his place.  When he approached his home, the dizziness subsided and he thought, “wow I had a good time.”  He then cuddled up into his bed and fell asleep.  The next morning, Jejomar awoke and he felt revitalized.  He thought to himself, “a goodnights sleep is always worth it.  Today I have to visit Carefree.”  He wasn’t sure if Carefree was going to be in the firepit this day.  He was worried because the most recent time he saw Carefree she was talking about the other members in the firepit.  Still, Jejomar ate his breakfast.  His breakfast consisted of porridge, it was very sweet and he rather enjoyed it.  He always loves a good porridge.  When he was finished, Jejomar hit the path that goes to the firepit.  It was a far walk to that place and it had a lot of coal.  Carefree and him would always talk about the events that would occur in the community and he would always ask her questions about other members and what she thought about them.  Carefree was a very beautiful lady.  She would be tasked with signaling the carts that go by to stop and go.  She would always wear a hat for protection.  He always thought that she had this gig because people listen to her.  He didn’t know why but it worked.  Jejomar continued to walk on that path, past the barn that holds chickens, cows and pigs.  He rather enjoyed that barn and hoped to have one for his lot.  He continued on and arrived at the fire pit. 

The weather was cloudy and the smoke from the firepit would go up causing a large smog.  He rather enjoyed going to this place because there was a lot of people doing their thing.  He went to the spot where Carefree and himself always stood and he waited.  Usually, Carefree shows up at around past noon.  As he was looking around, he could notice the green green grass.  He was surprised that it grew there with consideration of the place.  Within the green green grass there were plenty of buttercups.  These buttercups would be pushed by the wind and the pollen would scatter around.  He couldn’t believe that it would fly like that.  It was about 10 o’clock and then 11 o’clock.  Carefree was yet not there.  Jejomar waited till noon and low and behold he could see Carefree walking in the horizon.  She was a beautiful working girl and she had a shape that was distinct.  Her bosom was shaped like an apple and she always walked with pace.  She would hold her bag on her right hand and her long hair would glid around her back.  She slowly approached Jejomar and she said, “hi there!” 

Jejomar responds with, “hiya.  I have been here waiting for hours…  How are you?” 

Carefree responds with, “well I’m here so…  That’s that.  I don’t know what’s going on today but…  I want to sit and have a talk.” 

Jejomar asks, “what do you want to talk about?”

Carefree says, “my boyfriend has been giving me some trouble.  I don’t know what to do, we just broke up.”

Jejomar responds, “that’s ok.  You’ll be happy with the next person.  Don’t fret it, its just fine.  I’m certain the next person you find is better.”

Carefree says, “yeah, it’s always good to consider that there is plenty of fish.”

“Of course, you know there could be someone just down that path.  Not a big deal unless you really love that person and even then, there’s still others that’ll love you the same or better.  And that’s that.”  Said Jejomar.  “Don’t worry about it, like I said there are plenty of fish and you are not too shabby.” 

“I guess, but this person was special.”  She said.

“Special is what you make it.  That person is only special because you think they are and not because they actually are.”  Said Jejomar.

Carefree says, “I have to get to work.”

As Carefree walks off a few meters, a worker from the fire pit comes around and punches Jejomar.  It looked as if he crashed onto a door knob.  Carefree runs back and says, “back off or I’ll report you to the parochial authority.”

The worker says, “this is the imbicil that sold me produce that didn’t have good shelf life, now I’m here working additional shifts just so I can feed my young chap and wife.  He has no concern for his customers and I don’t believe I did anything wrong by reciprocating it.” He said.

“Jejomar are you ok?” Said Carefree. 

“Yes.”  Jejomar said. 

“Come with me, let’s go to the bathroom.” Said Carefree.  She also added, “back away from him I’m warning you, I’ll get the authorities after you.”

Carefree takes Jejomar’s hand and says, “don’t worry, I’ll care for you. Let’s clean you up in the bathroom.”

Carefree and Jejomar walk towards the bathroom slowly and all Jejomar can feel was the throbbing pain that is the after effect of the punch.  When they get to the bathroom, Jejomar placed himself in front of the mirror and he looked at himself.  He looked at his mouth and noticed that there was red water around his mouth and teeth.  He opened his mouth to look at his teeth and it was painful.  He noticed that Carefree was patting him on the shoulder and it felt so good to be nurtured by someone that likes him.  She got a cloth and started to rinse it with warm water.  She then started to rub the cloth around his mouth and he loved her doing it.  All he could look at was the mirror and that was his entire focus.  His bright teeth were glistening and it was contrasted against the red tinge of red water.  The cloth was getting stained and Jejomar felt every rub that Carefree was slowly doing.  One tear fell from his eye and he told Carefree that he “really appreciated her for it.”  Carefree started to massage his shoulders as if he was in about to enter into a competition or something. 

Carefree said, “don’t worry Jejomar, you are a prize to be won and someday you are going to do something.  Something that is going to make people happy.  Just keep your eyes on the prize.  You are like a violet blueberry.  There’s so many regular blueberries that you stick out like a sore thumb.  Jejomar, I believe in you.”

Jejomar says, “you mean….  I’m a black berry then?” 

Carefree laughs, and she responds, “I love how you always think like that.  Yes you are a blackberry amongst the blueberry.  And that’ makes you something.  And I am always going to be happy for you just as you are with me.”  When they were done in the bathroom, Carefree bid Jejomar good bye for the day and said, “let’s see each other again.  Today was not a good day but of course you can learn something from it.” 

Jejomar responded with, “yes. And thank you for being there for me.”  When Carefree walked into the trenches of the fire pit, Jejomar thought to himself, “I’m so grateful that I have people like Carefree in my life.”  Jejomar then proceeded to call it a day.  He was exhausted from all the things that happened that day.  He decided that he would go home and rest for a while.  Jejomar went to the path that leads to the plaza so he can return to his residence.  It was late evening and the plaza was nearly empty.  He thought to himself, “not much happened today but tomorrow is going to be a better day.”  Once he reached his home, he brushed his teeth while imagining the vivid images of his mouth drenched in red water and how striking it was to the color of his teeth.  He went to bed pulled the blanket above him and situated the pillow upright to his head.  That night he had vivid dreams of his mouth and the red water.  There were flying oysters everywhere and all he could feel was joy.  The next morning, Jejomar got up from bed, there was no bruising or scarring at all when he looked at himself in the mirror.  He was fine.  He decided to make breakfast and today he was having a loaf of bread.  The loaf of bread was a large piece that he got from the marketplace.  He also had a cantaloupe.  He breaks the bread and starts to eat it, but through the window he sees a child who looked to be impoverished.  He looks for a while and he notices that child asking people for something.  He didn’t know what it was he was asking for.  He opens the window and yells, “you there child.  What do you seek?” 

The child wearing raggedy clothing and blemished with dirt says, “I’m here trying to ask for some food Sir.  Do you by any chance have any to spare?” 

Jejomar responds, “why.  Yes.  I’ll give you some bread.”  Jejomar breaks the bread into two pieces.  He sure wanted to eat that bread but he decided that he would give a part of it to that kid.  He said, “you there, young lad, I have this for you.”  Through the window, Jejomar hands the chap the bread that Jejomar broke.  He says, “this should tide you over for two days.” 

The child responds, “thank you.  I sure do hope that I can make something of this.  My Sister is going to be so happy that I found a meal.  Thank you again Sir.”  Jejomar was so happy that the young chap got what he wanted.  When the kid walked off, Jejomar realized that he was supposed to see his friend Bonfire.  Bonfire is a woman that hangs out at the beach.  She loves nature excursions.  Bonfire and her boyfriend always take Jejomar to various places but their favorite place to be is at the beach down at the foot of the academy.  Jejomar packs his swimming shorts and leaves his house in a bolt.  Jejomar was so excited to go to the beach.  He specifically loved the field of daffodils that rock back and forth as the wind pushes them away.  These daffodils would appear to sing and dance as he watched them while he was swimming.  He couldn’t wait.  Bristly, Jejomar made his way to the path that takes him to the academy.  He walked with eagerness because he was excited to see Bonfire.  He could recall her long blonde hair and her cheery nature.  He recalled how her father disliked him and how he made remarks that didn’t reflect his true person.  Jejomar didn’t care, he was for fun and where there is fun to be had, that is where he would be.  Bonfire was the type of women that loves to talk.  She would always yap about the latest things about her and her boyfriend and Jejomar was left to think about it.  He didn’t care for these conversations but he was interested still.  Bonfire would always try to calm him when he had anxiety. 

Jejomar was approaching the end of the path which leads to the beach.  He could hear the sounds of the ocean.  The tides and waves make splashing noise as he walkss.  “Swoosh… Swoosh,” the ocean sang and it was a beautiful song.  The song was so beautiful that it would touch his soul.  Jejomar appreciated the way nature speaks to him.  He felt this way because of Bonfire.  At the end of the path, Jejomar observed the beautiful ocean.  Its turquois and blue water screamed at his eyes like it was in pain.  He couldn’t resist looking at the curves of its body as it extends to the horizon.  It was a pretty sight.  At the edge of the beach, he could see Bonfire.  Bonfire was wearing a yellow bathing suit.  She was chirpy as usual with her boyfriend.  Jejomar started to make his way forward.  He could feel the rocks and rubble supporting his feet.  It was certainly a good foundation.  He thanks the rubble for its support and how strong it is.  To his right he sees the oil refinery and an ebb of oil flowing into the beautiful colored rubble.  There were so many colors.  Various shades and pastels.  Some of these rocks would shine bright like diamonds against the glare of the warm sun.  As he approached, Bonfire he greeted him with and he said, “whatsup with it?” 

Bonfire responds, “whatta?” with perplexity.  They both smile and look at each other.  She touches his arm and squeezes it.  She says “have you been exercising?” 

Jejomar puzzled with her question, “I saw you last month..  I have been doing a bit of work yes and I feel good about it.”  Jejomar wanted to go and relax today and he felt that going to the beach was a way to do that.  He loves how the beach is always a safe space.  It is a way to release the stress and let in the tranquil serenity of nature.  As he closed his eyes, he could only hear the song. 

When he opened his eyes, Bonfire’s boyfriend said, “hiya!  Long time no see.  What’s new buddy?” 

Jejomar responds, “working and doing the fun is what I have been doing.” 

“Ahh, Bonfire and I have been planning to move to a different place.  We’re kinda hoping that we find something good.”  Said Bonfires boyfriend.

Bonfire adds, “yeah, you should come with us to look at these places.  Some of them are pretty grungy.  At least their pretty, right.  That’s what’s gonna save them.”  She was so happy.  She had a deep smile, partially closed eyes.  And her posture was so relaxed. 

Jejomar asks, “what are we doing today?  He was curious and excited but mostly excited.  He was busy the most recent few days meeting and having appointments that he needed a way to relax.  He said, “let’s go to a gathering.” 

Bonfire asks, “Well…  I have a few places in mind.  They are actually having uncouth gatherings in the next town.  They are having gatherings of academics on the hill by the town near the train station to the south.  And, lastly there are gatherings of workers which are really disgruntled to the West of Mount Kvimut. What of these do you want to go to?” 

Jejomar says, “hmmmm..  I’m not sure.  But I want all of them..  Let’s go to all of them and have some fun.”  Jejomar was so excited that he nearly could squeal.  He wanted so bad to go to the next town.  He wants to go to town beside to the train station.  And he is going to also go to the town near that mountain.  This was going to take some time.  Jejomar couldn’t help himself and he said, “let’s do this now!!  Let’s have some fun.”

Bonfire says, “alright here is what we are going to do.  My boyfriend has something special.  And you can’t tell anybody about it.  He has a speedy steam carriage.  We can get to all these towns in only several hours.  How about we go to the nearest one, the town near the train.   And then we can go to the next town and then the town near the mountain before making our way home.”  Jejomar had fun that night.  He especially liked the town where people were dancing and singing.  He loved the town where people were displaying themselves as subjects of temptations and seductions.  He felt that the town with social scholars was an interesting foray.  He loved it all.  Jejomar went  home that night and dreamed about what had happened with Bonfire that day. 

The next morning, Jejomar awakes and he felt that he needed to get somethings done for his Lord.  He got out of bed and he quickly freshened up.  It was 8 o’clock and he knew the Lord was going to be upset with him because that is the time that he was supposed to be there at his lot.  The Lords lot just off of a path near the plaza near the town hall.  It is where all the ritzy lots were located.  This is a place where orchids grew, many different types of orchids.  Jejomar always loved how sensitive these orchids were and how the vivid colors of the petals would blossom and turn ripe.  Orchids were difficult to grow and he knew it as these flowers were delicate.  When Jejomar reached the Lords lot he commenced to the entry of his home.  “Knock, knock.” 

“Who’s there” says a man.

“It is I, Jejomar.”

“Jejomar who?”

“Jejomar from lot 0413.”  The door opened and Jejomar was greeted with the Lords worker. 

“The Lord shalt be here in a few minutes to tend to you Sir.”

“Very well,” responded Jejomar. 

A few minutes passed by.  All Jejomar was thinking about in those few minutes was what is on the agenda.  He thought to himself, “I have several items I need to tend to.”  Jejomar was always so nervous around the Lord because it was him that he paid his taxes to which then goes to the Mayor of the town.  As Jejomar awaited the Lord, he could notice the embellishments of his residence.  He noticed that the Lord had a collection displayed on his desk.  It seemed to be an exhibit of the town.  This exhibit was very interesting its like the town was displayed on this table with two long poles each bearing a pointer at its tip.  He quickly tried searching for his lot.  He looked and looked and finally he was able to locate his lot.  Jejomar was always surprised to see this exhibit because all the structure in town were depicted in it.  Of course, he was a Lord and of course he was designated by the Mayor to do certain tasks for the town.  Perhaps this exhibit was part of his duties.  He really didn’t ever ask him about this but it’s always something that as in the back of his mind when dealing with the Lord.  When the Lord walked in, he was escorted with a beautiful women that he had not seen before.  She had long black hair.  She was wearing a leather jacket made of the finest material.  The leather jacket looked so soft yet it was stiff.  He was seriously intrigued by the leather.  He wanted to feel the leather on his bare skin and he was filled with passion and fury about how he wanted it all to himself. 

Before Jejomar could look away, she said, “hi, I’m Forbidden.  And you?”

“I am Jejomar of lot 0413.  It is a pleasure to have you today.  I rather like your jacket.  Where did you get it?”

Forbidden responds, “I traded with a merchant from several towns over who brought this in from the ship yard coming from a far away land.”

“Well it suits you.”  Jejomar said.

“Kindness taken,” she says.

The Lord then says, “Jejomar, we have a lot of things to do today.  We must inspect your lot and then I must determine your tax amount for the year and then I have to tell the Mayor so you can be billed.  Are you ready to go to your lot and show me what it is you have been doing?”

Jejomar says “Yes.”  Several moments after, the Lords worker came into the lobby where they were all talking and said, “Mi Lord, there is an emergency in one of your lots..  The other workers have been causing a ruckus and there seems to be a revolt happening.  It is imperative that you dissolve it as soon as possible.”

“For what reason are they revolting?”  Asked the Lord.

“Well there seems to be a kafuffle between the workers with regards to working conditions.  The workers want better standards on the lot.” 

At a jiff, the Lord says, “Forbidden, you tend to Jejomar for a few hours while I take care of this revolt.  These workers have been so demanding.  They have been requesting a host for quite some time now and it is not in the budget to provide jypsies at the work place.  Jejomar we shalt do this another day”  The Lord then quickly rushes out of the room.  The room was quiet.  Jejomar didn’t know what to say or do at this point.  He was in front of this beautiful woman whom he was not acquainted to. 

Jejomar says, “well.  How do you do?”

She responds with, “let’s go get something to eat.  I’m hungry and it’s just past lunch.”

“Shure.”  Jejomar responds.  He also adds, “where to?”

Forbidden says, “I like me some pasta.  There is this good place that has plenty of soup and bread to last you.”  Jejomar was so excited he hadn’t been to a place where they had soup and bread like that.  He was very eager to go and he said, “let’s go, I’m also very hungry and I want you to show me where it is.  I haven’t tried that before but it sounds quite interesting.”

She said, “shure, it’s my passion.” 

As they leave the residence, Forbidden walked with Jejomar side to side.  He was so nervous and he wanted to hold her hand as they walked because she was pretty.  He didn’t know what to do but his heart was pumping.  He could hear his heart bang and it was just so loud.  Jejomar walked slowly and he tried to not make it awkward.  He started conversation to hide the feelings that his heart was feeling.  He said, “what do you do for a living?” 

Forbidden says, “I take care of people.  My mother has a place where she takes in people that have been hurt during conflict.  Some of these people really need tender love and care.  I love what I do because it is so fulfilling.  It gives me a sense of meaning in my life and I feel valued as a result of it.”  In the horizon, Jejomar could see a shack with a sign that says foodie goody.  It was an interesting looking structure because it had several tables on its patio.  He hasn’t seen anything like this before and he was really curious to try it.  As they approached foodie goody, Forbidden says, “here you sit on this table and I’ll call the waiter over for the menu”.  When the waiter came by, she gave both a menu.  At this time, Jejomar was fixated on Forbidden.  He looked at her appendages and how curvy they were.  He admired her face and her skin.  It glistened against the sun.  Of all the things he liked about her, he loved her eyes.  He felt that these were the eyes that would keep him youthful. 

Suddenly she asked, “what do you want to get?”  Jejomar didn’t really care about what he was trying to get for a meal because he wanted her rather than the meal.  He looked into her eyes and she gazed back at him.  He was so fixated and he was filled with passion and love.  She looked back at him puzzled.  They were both very awkward but Jejomar knew that if Merlin’s medicine works, he would bag this broad.  They continue on and they talk about their plans and intentions.  Jejomar told her about what he does and what his goals were for the next few years.  He was hoping that she would be interested in his plan.  She seemed to express a certain degree of interest as she leaned towards him and had a welcoming voice.  Jejomar noticed her voice and how pretty it sounded.  He knew he could make this broad what he wanted.  Something better than the jypsies that the workers were demanding.  He continued to lie about why he wanted her and he continued with modest discretion.  He wanted her to be talented because her voice was very sweet like sugar.  Regardless, they continued on with their meal and when they were done, they continued to sit there looking at each other’s eyes wondering what to do about the awkward tension.  The fact that they continued to look at each other’s eyes in that way meant that Merlin’s medicine was having an effect.  To break the tension she said, “lets pay for our meal.”  She calls the waiter over and they end up paying for the meal they just had.  As they walked out of the shack, Jejomar had a strong desire to hold her hand.  But he couldn’t it was too early to do so.  When they got out, she said, “I have a place where my friends hangout, why don’t we go there before going back to the Lords lot?”

Jejomar responds, “shure why not.”

Forbidden takes him to a path near the academy.  At this point Jejomar was getting ever increasingly nervous.  At this point she hadn’t showed any displeasure towards him which then he thought, Merlin’s medicine is still working.  When they got to the place, he noticed it was a lot with a big mansion.  The mansion was tall and it had elegant fixtures.  He could only imaging what these people do.  Near the mansion was a lake and within the lake a large sphere structure with lights brightened up the evening sky.  He has not been to this part of town before.  Forbidden says, “come with me. “We are going to have tea time.” 

“Tea time?” Jejomar says. 

“Yes, a nice evening with me and some of my friends.”  Forbidden responds.  When they entered into the mansion, they were seated on a bench.  The bench was in front of a stage where performers did their gig.  Forbidden’s friends gathered around the tea pot and they poured tea on their cups talking loudly and laughing at their witty statements.  Of these people Jejomar noticed a chubby young lad with black hair.  He approached this individual and he said, “hi there.” 

He responded with, “I’m just here to have fun.  With whom are you here with.”

Jejomar says, “I’m here with Forbidden.”  He was nervous to talk to these people because they were friends of Forbidden.

He said, “o yeah her, she has a boyfriend.” 

Jejomar says “o what do you know about her?”

“She used to be fat.”  He added but that doesn’t matter and “pfft yall.”

“Say what” Jejomar responds.  “What does that even mean?” Said Jejomar.

He said, “just have fun.” 

Jejomar said, It was a pleasure to be acquainted with you but I must get back to tending to Forbidden.  Thank you for having me.  Perhaps we could have some soup someday.”

He said, “why yes, I rather look forward to that.”

When he got back to the bench within the mansions lobby, he could see the friends gathered around the tea pot laughing and having a good time.  He decided to sit there and he engaged in conversation with her friends.  He had such a fun time that his heart was pounding and pounding.  Before he knew it the clock stroke 12 and he could hear the bell sounding.  That’s when he knew he had to go.  He told Forbidden that he must leave immediately. 

Jejomar said to Forbidden, “my dear Forbidden, I must go now and tend to what it is I do.”  He was sure that her friends liked him to a certain degree seeing as they enjoyed themselves but he had to go on.  When he told Forbidden that he had to go, he could see the look on her face.  The look that she wanted him to stay.  He thought about staying but he couldn’t.  It was 12 o’clock and he couldn’t wait any longer.  He ran off after telling Forbidden leaving his anke behind.  He needed the anke to access a part of his lot.  As he ran, rushing towards his lot, he could only think about the fun time he had with Forbidden.  He wanted to see her again and the next time he would see her he would bag her.  He didn’t know that he left his anke with her.  As he approached his lot, he wondered how it was to bring someone like Forbidden to his safe space.  A place only to himself.  That night he laid in bed, thinking and thinking about how he had so much fun and how his heart was pounding.  He could hear in his sleep and in his dreams a loud thumping sound.  His dreams that night were visually throbbing and throbbing.  Fluorescent light surrounded the imagery of his dreams and he could only see in his dreams a baby’s sucker.  This continued onto to the night.  He was profusely sweating and his linens were soaked.  He didn’t care because he felt passion and fury.

The next morning, Jejomar awoke in a pleasant state.  Today there was an event at a place in town where there was constant fog where the dew would be dripping off of the leaves as if it were filled with excitement and tantalizing desires.  Jejomar knew that he had to go with someone so he thought.  He continued thinking and determined that he would go to the event with Boot.  He was uncertain if Boot would entertain his kind gesture because he hadn’t been fully acquainted to her.  He ate his breakfast and then he left for the alley where he met Boot.  He knew Boot would keep asking him to paint her.  That was her thing and he wasn’t so sure that he could do it.  Regardless, Jejomar makes his way to her residence.  As he arrived in the residence he knocked at her porch.  He hears, “who is it?”

Jejomar responds, “it is I, Jejomar.”

“You again.”  She spoke.  Her voice was calm and relaxed.  As she opened the door, bright lights emanated from the inside.  It was like a flash of light.  When the door was fully opened he could see only beauty.  It was Boot in her pajamas. 

Jejomar said, “won’t you go to the town event with me today?”

She responded with, “why certainly as long as you paint me.  And I want my painting to be gorgeous because that’s what I deserve.” 

Jejomar, in a very nervous state says, “yes, I am going to paint you some day.”

Boot looked at him and she said, “there is something different about you today.”  She looked puzzled and perplexed.  “What have you been doing?”  Jejomar knew it was Merlin’s medicine that made him look the way that he does.

Jejomar says, “I have been doing what I am supposed to be doing Boot.  Its nice to see you but we have to get going otherwise we are going to be late for the big event.”

Boot responds, “yes let me get dressed.”  Boot went up the stairs and changed her attire.  It took her a long while to get dandied up.  When she walked down the stairs, he noticed her gown.  It was a ball room gown with hints of white and blue.  He loved the fringes that made it wild on the shoulders of her gown.  He loved how the gown partially displayed her appendage.  It had an opening from her chest all the way down to her belly.  He was excited to go to the event with this lass. 

Boot says, “let us get going Jejomar, do not keep me waiting.”

Jejomar then says “lets go.”  On the way to the event, Boot makes a sudden stop in front of the library.  She says “Jejomar, I love reading books.”  Jejomar shrugged it off and he didn’t understand why she likes reading so much. 

Jejomar said, “then read me.  I’m a book.” 

She giggled and responded, “oh Jejomar, that is so funny.  I enjoy being with you.  And when you decide to paint me, I’m going to spoil you.”  As they approached the event in the town square Jejomar tried to look for Strawberry.  Near the stall that sells the drinks for the parched, he noticed a sexy woman.  Why it was Strawberry.  Jejomar always appreciated her face, and he felt that her cuteness was very likable.  Jejomar also liked her height.  She is nearly as tall as he is.  What was most striking is her long blond hair.  Strawberry also had a personality that made him think of puppies.  He loves being around Strawberry.  As he approached Strawberry, he was getting anxious.  Would she like me once all had been said and done.  He was not sure but he continued to walk in her direction. 

As he approached her, he said, “hi.”

She responded with “Ohh Jejomar…  I am so happy to see you.  Come sit with me on this bench, lets talk for a while.”  Jejomar was really nervous and he was getting disorientated.  He could feel his heart pounding.    They sat on the bench and Strawberry says “well its been a good month since I have seen you, care to tell me anything that has happened with you?” 

Jejomar responds, “yes I have been working my lot and I have been trading with many merchants.”  He looked her in the eyes and he could only feel his heart pounding.  He further added, “by the way this is Boot She is my date today.”

She said, “o that’s wonderful.  I have been busy as well.  There was a cotilion that I attended the other night and I just was so tiered that I had to go home.  I met a lot of people there and it was a fun night.  You should have been there.”   Jejomar was uneasy and he started to look around.  He noticed a few feet away were some sunflowers.  They were big and bright just like the sun.  This calmed him. 

Jejomar said, “yes, how much fun that would have been.”  Jejomar continued to talk to Boot about trivial matters pertaining to their lives.  A few minutes into the conversation Strawberry says, “o.  Jejomar, I must get going I’ll be back.”

Jejomar said, “ok.”

Jejomar waited on the bench with Boot.  Boot asks, “how do you know Strawberry?”

Jejomar states, “I have known her for a good long while.  She is a friend of a friends.” 

“That’s nice that you tend to her the way that you do Jejomar, What about me?”  Boot says. 

Jejomar responds, “yes you are going to get your way with me someday.  I assure you.”  Jejomar and Boot continue the conversation and they talked for hours.  The entire time he was talking with Boot, he was eagerly awaiting Strawberry to return.  Jejomar enjoyed watching the festival.  There was so many things going on.  He kept waiting for Strawberry to return and as soon as he knew it was dusk.  Strawberry got busy and the reys of the sun started to cool as he could see the mountains and the bees flying around.  It was the end of the day.  The festival was done so he said to Boot, “lets go home.”  He was saddened that Strawberry got busy. 

“Boot stated, “yes, you bring me home.” 

Jejomar and Boot walked all the way from the plaza to Boot’s house.  He brought Boot home with sadness because he wanted Strawberry.  When they arrived at her home, she told him, “next time we should have a few drinks.”

He said, “shure why not?”  Jejomar said his good bye and he bid her farewell.  On the walk home Boot felt saddened.  He thought that tomorrow would be a better day.  When he arrived home he snugged in his bed and had a restful night.  The next morning, he was scheduled for a class at the academy.  He was excited for this class because it would allow him to do more with his plot of land.  He ate his breakfast and bolted to the academy past the plaza and onto the path leading to the academy.  When he approached the academy, he noticed the many Venus fly traps.  Jejomar was always fascinated by its color.  He loved the shades of green, red and yellow. 

He always wondered how could such a pretty thing be so dangerous.  That’s how he wanted it.  He loved to play around and he enjoyed every minute of it.  He entered the academy lobby and he was greeted by the teacher who said in front of class, “alright pupils, time to take a seat, we have a long day ahead of us.”  As Jejomar took a seat, he noticed some broad.  She had fury red hair.  He didn’t take much note of her as she seemed mediocre.  Regardless Jejomar continued to participate in class.  Soon enough he noticed that that broad was asking the teacher so many questions.  He was getting so irritated at her but he could feel his heart pounding.  The teacher than stated, “alright time to get into groups.  You there go here.  You, there.  And as for you, young lad,” she pointed at Jejomar, “go with her and her.”  Jejomar was so upset that he was paired with the broad that he noticed.  He didn’t want to get distracted from his task.  He slowly got up from his chair and moved to where she was sitting.  He introduced himself to her and said, “hi, I am Jejomar and you?”

The broad responds, “I am Carelesswhisper and this is my best friend.”  Jejomar was enthused that she was so kind.  The teacher than provided instructions on the assignment.  The class understood what they had to do.  Jejomar asked, “so, who is gonna do what here?” 

Carelesswhisper responded, “well.  I’m going to do this and you that and her this.”  Jejomar was so upset with her demands.  It was eating him inside.  He didn’t want to be with a woman that was so dominating.  She took charge of the entire project.  Every moment she would be ordering him around.  He was frustrated and confused by this.  Suddenly they started to argue.  He said, “why are you doing this and that?  I want to do this and you should do that.” 

She returned his anger with, “no I’ll be taking charge and you do this.  I’m telling you.”  Jejomar increasingly got frustrated and it got worse as they days went on.  The best friend would always say, “you guys would make a perfect couple.”  Jejomar thought about it every time.  Why would he be placed with this broad.  She was taller than him and she was mean.  However, he did notice her beautiful features.  She had a kind look and he loved her hair.  She had pale skin and it shined in the dark.  As they days went on, they continued to argue and debate about trivial matters that occurred in the community.  When they were alone, they got very close.  They talked about their future and their plans.  She would always take a passive approach to him and his objectives.  Jejomar wanted more.  He felt that she was always holding back on him.  Jejomar than decided to take her to the bar.  On that day they argued about the meals.  He was trying to get her to eat fish because that’s what he liked about women.  She got upset and stormed off.  Jejomar was extremely saddened by her running off.  He went home that day feeling like he lost a battle.  It was like Venus and Mars were creating a cosmic collision.  He loved every minute of the arguments because he knew that they were mutually on the same side.  When the class was over, the teacher organized a ceremony to congratulate the pupils.  The day came and Jejomar didn’t show up to the ceremony because of the way he fought with Carelesswhisper.  The debates and arguments were so intense sometimes that he started to blush with anger.  He thought the next time he sees Carelesswhisper he would settle it once and for all with a French kiss.  That night Jejomar went home and thought about how Carelesswhisper was at the top of class and he was left to the goonies.  He didn’t have a restful night that night because of the vivid dreams he was having as a result of these arguments. 

The next morning Jejomar gets up.  He was having an okay morning and he knew he had to do something but he didn’t know what.  He decided to just take a stroll into town.  He wanted to wander and discover something new and interesting.  Near the lake, he stood.  There were patches of fleur de li.  The fleur de li were always so beautiful and he loved how sensitive they were.  Its like they tend to his feelings just the way they look.  The fleur de li always made him feel wanted and loved.  When he looked up he noticed a very beautiful women, it was like she was dancing in a debu.  The women had long blonde hair, was as tall as he was and had lush skin.  He could notice her walk and how gentle she was.  He day dreamed about her feelings before approaching her.  As he walked towards her, he couldn’t resist himself.  He knew that Merlin’s medicine was going to make it alright.  He then tapped her on the shoulder, as she turned around, he could see clearer.  Her face was so beautiful.  He said, “hi I’m Jejomar.  Whom are you.”

“I am Amy.”  And they lived happily ever after.