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The King of Dreams Chapter 29
A few days later, Corinthian and Jed found themselves sitting in a serene park, enjoying the delightful treat of ice cream. As they savored each bite, Corinthian couldn't help but chuckle at Jed's quirky way of eating his ice cream, bringing a lighthearted smile to both of their faces. The park echoed with the sound of their laughter, creating a joyful moment. "Need another one?" Corinthian offered Jed a paper napkin to clean his mouth.As Jed cleaned his mouth, he inquired, "Do we need to meet Rose?""No, Rose is coming to meet us.""Here?""No. I have to go to a work thing. It's a convention. We will call her there.""Like a comic book convention?""Do you like comic books?""I used to.""Back when you were a kid?" Corinthian asked. "Yeah," Jed smiled and showed a serious look on his face, "Can I ask you a question?""Shoot,""What's your name?""Have you ever noticed how people only ever use your name when you're in trouble… Jed?" Corinthian asked. "We need to talk, Jed. Get in h
The King of Dreams chapter 30
Jed and Corinthian made their way into the hotel lobby, where they patiently waited in line for Corinthian's name to be checked in at the front desk.As Jed stood in line, his curious gaze swept across the crowd. Corinthian, noticing his inquisitive demeanor, couldn't resist asking, "What are you searching for?"Jed's disappointment was evident as he glanced up at Corinthian. "It's a cereal convention. I thought there'd be cereal," he said with a tinge of frustration in his voice.Corinthian chuckles, "Are you still hungry?"Jed smiled and nodded, replying simply, "Yes.""Okay. Well, have a seat, uh, over there and we'll get you something to eat," Corinthian said, gesturing towards a cozy corner for Jed to settle in.Jed quietly approached the seat in the lobby, discreetly eavesdropping on everyone's conversation.Female 1: Tell ya, I could murder a steak.Male 1: They do this chocolate fudge whip to die for.Female 2: The TV version butchered it, but you can find it uncut online.Mal
The King of Dreams chapter 31
As Rose and Lyta were deep in discussion, strategizing on how to reach Jed in the hotel, their conversation was suddenly interrupted by a loud knock on the door. Startled, Rose called out, "Who is it?""Uh, Miss Walker? It's Gilbert."Rose and Lyta exchanged startled glances, their eyes locking in a moment of shared surprise. In a hurry, Lyta swiftly darted into the bedroom, seeking to shield herself and her miracle baby from Gilbert's view.As Lyta stepped into the bedroom, she seized the moment to enter her Dream world, where she could reunite with her late husband, Hector. In this ethereal realm, their souls intertwined once more, sharing a timeless and romantic rendezvous filled with love and cherished memories.As their passionate embraces and moans filled the Dream world, an unexpected earthquake shook the very ground beneath them, demanding their immediate attention. The temblor disrupted their intimate moment, forcing them to break apart and focus on the unsettling upheaval th
The King of Dreams chapter 32
Morpheus stood before the glass window, his gaze fixated on the network of cracks that marred the once pristine surface of his kingdom. Perplexed and troubled, he searched for answers, unable to fathom what force could have caused such damage to his domain. The enigmatic ruler of dreams was left pondering the mystery, determined to uncover the truth behind this unforeseen disturbance in his realm.As Morpheus focused on his surroundings, he was interrupted by Mervyn, the pumpkin guy. "Loosh? Are you here?" Mervyn's voice echoed through the throne room. Startled by Morpheus' unexpected presence, he quickly realized his mistake and stammered, "Whoops. Oh, sorry, boss. I was looking for Lucien. See ya."With a swift motion, Mervyn turned on his heels and hastened to leave his premises."Wait," Morpheus stopped him. "Why were you looking for Lucien?" He asked out of curiosity.With an anxious look, Mervyn shifted his gaze towards Morpheus and stammered, "Um, there was, uh, some minor seis
The King of Dreams chapter 33
Rose receives a call, "I can't thank you enough Unity?""Rose, love, you've done all the work," Unity said affectionately. "May I ask Mr. Holdaway to send tickets for both of you? That way, we can bring you over.""Thank you so much, I'd really appreciate that," Rose expressed her heartfelt gratitude."Would it be alright if I asked him to make you Jed's legal guardian? This way, no one can take Jed away again," Unity inquired with a sincere tone, hoping to find a solution that would bring comfort and security to both Jed and Rose.With wide and excited eyes, Rose exclaimed, "Yes! Thank you, Unity. Please convey my gratitude to Mr. Holdaway as well.""Thank you, Rose, love." Unity said calmlyThey ended the call.As Gilbert drove, he turned to Rose beside him and inquired, "You're heading to London?"With a warm smile, Rose joyfully proclaimed, "From now on, I will be Jed's legal guardian.""I must say, that's very grown-up, Rose Walker," Gilbert compliment Rose.Rose looked worried,
The King of Dreams chapter 34
Gilbert observed Rose intently as he shared his intriguing perspective on humanity. "What truly fascinates me about people," he began, "is how so many of them seem to seek reasons to be unhappy. Curiously, it's often when they find themselves entangled in their self-made misery that they appear to discover a peculiar sense of contentment."Concerned that his musings might be uninteresting to Rose, Gilbert paused and asked with a hint of uncertainty, "I hope I'm not boring you?""Not at all," Rose waved her hand.Gilbert continued driving, his thoughts flowing like a river. "Ah, I'm glad you're okay with paradoxes; Chesterton loved them too. Let's consider charity, for instance," he mused, keeping his eyes on the road. "Charity often involves either forgiving an unpardonable act or embracing an unlovable person. And then there's love, a real gem. To love is easy when it's directed at the lovable, but true love arises when we can forgive the unforgivable. Faith demands believing the unb
The King of Dreams Chapter 35
[Cell phone ringing!]Startled, Rose awoke with a jump as her dream's remnants faded. She swiftly answered her ringing phone, her concern evident in her voice. "Hello, are you alright?" she inquired.Tears streamed down Lyta's face as her voice trembled, "Hector... he's gone.""I understand. Are you alright?" Rose inquired, her tone laced with concern. "I mean, physically. Is everything... well?""I'm still pregnant," Lyta replied. "That's good, right?" Rose asked. "He said he would take the baby," Lyta's voice trembling. "He won't," Rose replied, her tone resolute. "He won't trouble you or me anymore. I give you my word," she declared with unwavering conviction."Arrived," Gilbert gestured, guiding the vehicle into the vacant hotel parking space."We've arrived at the hotel with Gilbert," Rose informed. "We'll retrieve Jed swiftly and return immediately, alright?""Okay," Lyta replied silently. "I see you in a few hours," Rose said and hung up the call."Is she alright?" Gilbert a
The King of Dreams chapter 36
Rose and Gilbert split up in the lobby, each determined to search for Jed. Gilbert proceeded down the hallway, offering polite nods of greeting to everyone he passed by.Spotting a sign that read 'Make it Pay,' his curiosity was piqued, and he was eager to uncover its meaning.In one of the convention hall's corners, Gilbert observed a gathering of individuals engrossed in conversation. Stealthily positioned, he discreetly tuned in to their dialogues, intrigued by the discussions taking place among the group.The choir boy: Even 10Gs per victim identified isn't too much to ask. It's crucial to remember is that they will pay to know for certain. Even if the cops don't go with it, families surely will.The Choir Boy 2: Revolves around a compelling mission to prolong the flame of hope. Your objective? Extract evidence of the trophy's existence, for which a monetary reward awaits. While it might not be a fortune, the compensation typically ranges in the ballpark of a few thousand dollars,