Today’s snippet is from my Lady Dru WIP. Our intrepid heroine, her companion, Karl, and Mr Hall’s Man Friday have boarded the airship and are waiting for takeoff. They meet the two ancient history professors who are accompanying them. Here is today’s snippet:
Karl and I joined the professors at their table. Franzen had his pipe in hand, unlit.
“Rather uncivilized not being able to smoke,” Franzen said.
“Better that then risking us all burning to death,” Doctor Rodman replied.
“Even with the German advancements in sealants and hydrogen purity, better safe than sorry,” I said.
“I suppose,” Franzen admitted.
“What do you make of the discovery?” Karl asked.
“Of course, we’ve only seen photographs and read a description,” Doctor Rodman said, “but we’re hopeful it is the genuine article.”
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[Originally published 1 March 2015 on www.cwhawes.com]
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