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Council Of Fire – Snippet 07

Council Of Fire – Snippet 07 Chapter 4 The keepers of the house shall tremble Aboard HMS Namur In the Atlantic Ocean If he had been able to sleep that night, Admiral Edward Boscawen might not have survived the experience. … Continue reading →

1636 The China Venture – Snippet 31

1636 The China Venture – Snippet 31 After their somewhat ignominious departure from Guangzhou, the Rode Draak and the Groen Feniks had hoisted ensigns that Yan the Swallow had brought with him. They indicated that they were sailing under the … Continue reading →

Council Of Fire – Snippet 06

Council Of Fire – Snippet 06 Chapter 3 One word over and over. Lands of the Six Nations The night of the Change had been still and cold, with no hint of the coming spring. But still, there had been … Continue reading →

1636 The China Venture – Snippet 30

1636 The China Venture – Snippet 30 Chapter 20 Year of the Pig, Fourth Month (May 16-June 14, 1635) On the deck of the Eagle’s Claw, off Tianwei Point Zheng Zhilong stood on the deck of Liu Xiang’s flagship, the … Continue reading →

Council Of Fire – Snippet 05

Council Of Fire – Snippet 05 “That does not mean I listen to everything they say. And you know well, Monsieur Intendant, that they often do as they please regardless of what I say. But say on, Governor. What do … Continue reading →

1636 The China Venture – Snippet 29

1636 The China Venture – Snippet 29 “I think I have heard of your brother….” That was an understatement.  According to Mike’s teachers back in Taiwan, Zheng Zhilong was a former pirate chieftain who was offered an admiralty, used his … Continue reading →

1636 The China Venture – Snippet 28

1636 The China Venture – Snippet 28 Chapter 19 On board the Rode Draak, in the South China Sea May 1635 Martina cleared her throat. “Doctor Carvalhal, may I have a word with you?” Rafael Carvalhal was a short man; … Continue reading →

Council Of Fire – Snippet 04

Council Of Fire – Snippet 04 Chapter 2 Do you believe in omens? Québec New France The Upper Town was at the top of a steep hill that overlooked the St. Lawrence. It was like a great ship, with the … Continue reading →

1636 The China Venture – Snippet 27

1636 The China Venture – Snippet 27 The Rode Draak and, behind it, the Groen Feniks, shared the quiet water of their cove with a native fishing boat. However, it departed after a few hours, leaving them at peace. That … Continue reading →

Council Of Fire – Snippet 03

Council Of Fire – Snippet 03 “It’s just a storm, General. Nothing unnatural about that.” “And the bright light on the horizon? What might that be, my Lord?” “I wish I knew. Please feel free to give me your thoughts, … Continue reading →