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THE FIELD
By
Glenn Gillis
Copyright Glenn Gillis 2013
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Charlie, you be a nice boy now, mommy and daddy will be back to pick you up after
the game.
At that instant, Charlies attention turns towards the small playground. Maybe he wont
be alone tonight to play, as he caught a glimpse of other children just near the park. Too
excited, he just nodded his head, showing that he understood the warning and pulls onBarbaras hand impatiently. The sitter takes Charlies hand and is about to enter the park with
him.
Waite! shouts his mother as she turns towards the truck.
His toys
As his mother comes back, Charlie grabs his toys and begins to run towards the
playground dropping a few on the sidewalk. Barbara picks up the fallen toys and proceeds
towards the park.
Have a nice evening. Barbara offers.
Thank you Barbara. replies Alan as he hurries towards the field.
Charlie enters the park, but is surprised, he was sure that he had seen more children
there just a moment ago. Two were good enough for there would be more toys to share.
* * *
Although their accurate camouflage, they sensed that the smallest of them might have
noticed their presence. They would have to be more cautious. Slowly they moved back into the
woods. Maybe the worm-blooded would leave with their lights and ways of transportationlater on. The enticement device would have to be used on one of the weakest of them.
As they probed the warm-blooded, they concluded that only the taller ones could not
see their camouflage, in the nervous system in youths activates a natural un-cloaking device in
the brain which you lose during growth procedures in life. Now they knew, that the smaller
beings were the young and weak.
* * *
Elizabeth wasnt in what you could call the best of moods. First of all, she didnt care
much for baseball or any other sport for that fact, but she just didnt have the guts to tell Alan.
The hobby that she preferred the most was "fashion, shopping and makeup" to hide the few
freckles that she had.
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They hurried toward the edge of the field. Elizabeth lost her temper after stumbling
over one of her high heels while trying to keep up.
As soon as they reached the children they tried questioning them, but it was useless.
They would only cry and mumble something about a toy that had been taken away from them.
Alan somehow tried again.Charlie, Charlie its OK mommy and daddy are here.
Charlie-, listen, what happened, and where is Barbara?
Dont (sniff) know. Charlie repeated weeping.
It was no use; Charlie could not stop himself from sobbing. All three in fact
complained about having a headache.
Elizabeth was more than steaming with temper. Not only was she pissed at Barbara for
leaving Charlie alone while running off with... some presumed boyfriend of hers, but the new
dress that she had bought had grass stains on it. This was just a little too much, as for Barbara
the police could take care of her. If she thinks she could get away with this...
First thing Elizabeth had in mind would be to call the police as soon as she got home.
I dont think she will be baby-sitting anywhere anymore.
Two and a half weeks after the incident, there was still no trace of Barbara Adams. The
inquiry was going on its third week. Speculation had it that Barbara Adams had run off with a
new boyfriend; however, the investigation would go on further. There was still no logical
explanation found concerning the burnt book found in the sand pile.
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Chapter 2
Bad Dreams
June 15-1985
The snow accompanied with its cold relentless northern winds had at last receded threeweeks ago. Sand and dust remain in several parts of streets and sidewalks in town. The
branches of the trees were already beginning to bud. A spring shower had engendered a fresh
scent of verdure into the air. Followed by the shower was a warm breeze coming from the
south that offered high hopes for a wonderful summer. In mid afternoon, there was the
beginning of an eclipse that attracted the towns attention. Two hours later, it was over, but
not the chatter, for this was something interesting to talk about.
Near the southern edge of town, the gentle wind blows throughout the old abandoned
ball-field twisting and turning up tiny whirlwinds of dust. Old graffiti carvings remained on
the bleachers. At nine oclock pm, the northwestern horizon was a bright color of pink as the
sun gave off its last appearance.
The Ooooh of an owl could be heard in the forest nearby.
At ten oclock pm, the field is in pitch darkness. At the far end of the field, a faint blue
light glimmers. Zooming in closer and closer towards the end of the field, large black eyes are
watching, waiting.
* * *
Saturday: June 16
Things have not changed much in twelve years. The old part of town which was called
The Village because of it being mostly log cabins, were still being preserved by those that
still lived in them. Today the village is a historical tourist attraction sight.
In the northern part of town, on main street, Henry Heinz still opens his little ice-cream
parlor as he does every summer every summer, and as usual, picks the prettiest girls in town
to work for him. They all looked very sexy in their short orange jumpers.
Henry Heinz was going on fifty-four years of age and even with the hairpiece, everyone
knew that he was bald. He really thought he looked attractive. The oldest of the girls working
for him was Brenda Waters, Mr. Heinz favorite. Of course that is on cause of the little secret
affair they were having. Brenda was twenty-eight and worked there the longest. She really
did not care for the old fart, as long as her salary was higher than the others, and that he kept
giving her presents she would give him what he wanted.
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The youngest of the girls was sixteen going on seventeen. Her name was Linda
Cardinal. The other three girls were about the same age as her.
Down forth-avenue the old LAVOIES RENT A BICYCLE sign was still hanging. Its
been there ever since 1960.The rust was eating its way at it, but the old man Lavoie still fixesa bike or two every once in a while. It used to be a real gold mine back in the sixties and
seventies, but the style changes through the years, and so do bikes. Now trail bikes were in
so things began to slow down for Lavoie. Nobody wanted ten speeds any more; besides, there
were other bicycle stores popping up here and there with newer equipment.
The SIGMA mine, just a mile out of town, could still be heard blowing its whistle at
four pm which meant that a days work had just ended and a new shift was about to begin.
Now that there was an industrial park with a prefabricated housing factory Unit, and a
plywood factory, many new faces could be seen in town. There was a new part being built at
the western edge of town. Except for some small modifications, every new building seems to
be identical to the other. There still was no lawn surrounding the prefabricated house that
Jessie Cardinal had just bought three weeks earlier. Although every yard has been plowed and
leveled, two large spruce trees had been left in the front yard. The streets would be paved
soon. Many of the new foundations were waiting for the houses to be deposed on. One of the
back upstairs screen windows was still open.
Linda Cardinal was cleaning up her room as her mother Jennifer told her to clean up
the mess before it got worst. The wall-to-wall carpet matched the pink and purple designs on
the wallpaper in her room. Still after a week, the smell of fresh paint remained lingering.It was 8:15pm when Linda had finished cleaning up. A cool summer breeze entered the
room. As she proceeded to close the window, she suddenly felt an odd sensation. Far out in
the western horizon, the sky was of a bright light orange color. Like a pious painting, beams of
sunlight spreading across the large cotton white clouds almost to announce the coming
presence of God. She just stood there staring at the light beams across the clouds as if, it
reminded her of something long ago. Although the scenery was beautiful, she was afraid. It
could have been a, a dream, and a bad dream, yes; maybe that is what it was, but she knew
that she was not the only one to have such dreams. Once at school, Charlie Beaudion had
come up with the subject as a couple of friends were talking about their dreams, but what
astonished her the most was that it resembled the same kind of bad dream as hers. He said
that in his dream Normand Chass and herself accompanied him. It had to do with a beam of
light that immobilized them. Although they all tried desperately to escape from it, they could
not. She wondered if Normand Chass could have had the same dream, but if he did, he never
said anything about such a dream.
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Suddenly she felt the dampness coming from the window that brought her back to her
sciences closing the window. She jolted as she heard her mother calling for her. She headed
towards the hallway bringing to the stairway. Descending the stairs, she stopped half way and
leaned her arms on the side railing. She observed her mother down below that was watching
his favorite soaps on TV.Whats up mom?
Did you finish up with your room?
Yes mom, I did.
Your father says that he fixed the flat on your bike.
As Jennifer was talking to her daughter, her eyes kept fixed on the television set so that
she would not miss anything? On Saturday afternoons, there was nothing to make her miss
the afternoon movie. And as usual Jessie would be over at Maxs tavern with a couple of
friends drinking draft and watching the ball game on the little TV screen in the upper corner
of the ceiling. Within the years, Jessie had lost a considerable of hair on the top of his head
and the rest of it was now turning salt and pepper.
After seven years working for his own account, in 1978 he was hired at the new housing
manufactory and today decided to buy one of his own, but for a very reasonable price.
After hearing what her mother had just said, her feelings automatically changed.
Great! Replied Linda as she ran down the stairs and out the front door. As she
approached the garage door, she noticed what a beautiful night it was. It was warm, and soon
the sky would be filled with stars; perfect for a bicycle ride.
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Chapter 3
A New Bike
The Signe read SPORTS EXPERTS, which sold every kind of up to date sports article
on the market. Charlie Beaudoin was trying to decide which bicycle to buy. He could havepurchased one three weeks ago, but he thought that if he kept his weekly salaries, he would be
better off buying a good eighteen speeder that just a ten speed.
The colors varied. After half an hour, he finally made up his mind. There was no doubt
about it; he picked the one that he had spotted a few weeks earlier. The color was of a bright
red and yellow, soft rubber handles, a padded seat and a water gourd.
Charlie left the store feeling very proud. This was not just any bike, oh no; it was a
professional eighteen speeder, and he just could not wait to show it off to Normand. As he
mounted his Bick, he headed up 7th street. It was no problem at all going uphill into small
gear. He felt just like a cowboy riding the planes with a new purchased pure breed horse. If it
werent for his summer job as a theater ticket holder, he probably would not be riding his bike
this moment. He also knew that he had to save his money. He was going to graduate next year
and go to college to learn a trade in computer science as a computer analyst. As he thinks
back, he could still hear his father giving him advice: Computers son, thats where all the
money is these days and the years to come. Why if I could start all over again, thats what Id
be instead of riding my old rig from town to town
Maybe it was good advice, but all Charlie could think of for the moment, was to try out
his new bike.
* * *
Normand Chass was lying down on the living room couch, his sneakers half untied
watching TV a little uninterested. He thought that he should try to call Charlie on the phone
one more time. He went to the phone and dialed his number once again. After three rings,
there was still no answer.
Wonder where the heck...
He surely must have bought that bike by now?
From where he sat, he could hear the close line pulley squeaking. He put down the
phone receiver and headed towards the back door. Just as he was about to open the door, he
came face to face with his mother. Helen gasped as she saw Normand appear at the door at
the same time.
Normand! his mother said as she held her breath.
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"I was...well, look up there!
Linda was fascinated to see such natural beauty.
"I was going to have a better view of the lights up at the field, want to come along?
It was so romantic of him; of course she couldn't refuse.
"Sure, I...you know, thats exactly where I was going too." she replied smiling.Somehow, she felt she had to go there too. Was it for the lights, or because Charlie
asked her to? - She wasn't sure. , but she was happy to see Charlie tonight; in fact, she had a
little something for him, a very big crush was more like it.
Just last year, Linda would never of thought of Charlie in such a manner. She really
wasnt interested in boys that much then, but now...
She wasn't the little blond freckled tomboy that lived around the corner anymore, but a
very attractive light blond seventeen year old women.
Charlie Beaudoin on the other hand was unaware of Linda's interest for him. He already
had an eye for a new girl in his class by the name of Cindy Tramblay. Cindy was a pretty
brunette, maybe a little shorter than Linda, with a very impressive pair of breasts that caught
the eye of everyone at school. Charlie often imagined what it would be like to grab those big
knockers. Oh yes, it surely had to be fun. The only problem was that Cindy had a boyfriend.
Charlie always thought of Linda as being just a friend. Maybe it was that she never really
approached him in the right way. The truth is that he never saw the slightest spark, but maybe
tonight was her chance.
There were other boys already tried dating her; for instance, Normand Chass.
Normand Chass was what you could call the typical macho type. His five foot sixinches, curly black hair, made his features very close to that of an Italian. Always trying to
come on to every girl he met. Sometimes his charm would succeed.
Once he even tried using his charm on Linda, but without luck. Linda applauded him
for such a good try. Normand never took it as an insult; he sort of knew that it wouldn't work
with Linda. They knew each other too long, but with Normand, if you don't try, you will never
know. That stunt would have maybe worked if it had been someone else...
With a little luck, Linda might light that spark in Charlie. One more block, and they
would reach the field.
* * *
Normand Chass got tired of waiting and riding up and down Dennison Boulevard. He
decided he would wait for him by the old bleacher long side the old baseball field. If Charlie
were coming, he would be sure to see him from there. He wished he too would have a new
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bike just like Charlie. If he had a bike like Charlie's, he would invite Lisa Peltier to ride around
with him, but not with this old thing, she would just...
He suddenly turned his head over his shoulder looking towards the far end of the field.
There was...he could have sworn he saw a blue light flashing?
He turned his attention back towards the street. No Charlie!Then Lisa Peltier came back to mind. She was very pretty indeed, but no, not with this
bike, she would only laugh at him, that's what she would do, but surly Charlie would be kind
enough to...
Again, something at the far end of the field attracted his attention. Something
glimmered, like a faint blue light.
"What the?
"Someone camping? Nhaaaa.
He mounted his bike and started pedaling towards the far end of the field.
* * *
Charlie noticed that Linda had on a pair of tight shorts. Her legs were not thin, nor too
fat. She had a nice tan. He took a quick gimps and noticed that her front features were very
eye-catching. Yes-she was a woman now, and a very pretty one too.
Linda could sense that Charlie was scanning her, and she enjoyed it. It made her feel
proud.
Linda suddenly stopped and looked at Charlie.Charlie also stopped and saw that Linda was looking at him, it made him feel
uncomfortable.
"What?" asked Charlie beginning to blush?
"Are you still working at the theater?"
Charlie wasn't sure he wanted to answer
"Ah...yeah, I am, why do you ask?"
"Because Lora said that she saw you there."
"So its true then."
"That bike must have cost a lot?
"My bike...oh yeah, thats how I bought it."
"Are you still working at the ice cream stand?"
"Heinz ice cream, the best ice cream in town." Linda answered wavering her head.
"Yeah, I guess I am, but if that old bugger of a Heinz tries to lay one of his hands on my
butt, that's it."
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"Charlie, whats happening here, I'm afraid.
"Don't know." Charlie shouted his hand in front of his forehead trying to hide the light.
A very large sphere was hovering above them. The sides of the sphere were of a bright
red, and the center a bright blue. They were beginning to feel very strange. Things seemed to
be moving in slow motion."Lets go Charlie!"
Charlie couldn't help, but look at the strange thing.
"Where did that thing come from?" Charlie asked.
He grabbed Linda's arm and tried to run as fast as he could, but somehow their escape
was suddenly seized by something.
They were trapped, they couldn't move. It was a stun that paralyzed them. Now they
were very relaxed, like a floating sensation. The humming sound became louder. A fog
distorted their vision. The temperature changed, it was almost cold now. They could hardly
distinguish what looked like little shapes moving around them. Reality was mistaken for a
dream; however, there seemed to be large black eyes examining them. There were Little
creatures around them, moving. That sound; that humming sound, suddenly a far away
memory hidden in the back of their minds had awakened. It was when they were young when
they were little.
NO! NO! Not again pleeeaase not againnnn, Linda thought.
CHARLIE...please help me, but Charlie could not hear a single word, only stare
motionless.
LINDA ...COULD YOU HEAR ME! But Linda was like a statue staring at nothing.A flash of light leaves the ball field in just a few seconds. The Field was quiet and dark
again. Only the soft sounds of buzzing insects and the chattering sounds of frogs in the
distance could be heard.
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"Charlie! You home?" there was no answer.
Thats it then, he's still out biking with Normand, he thought
He walked towards the fridge, opened it and took out a cold can of beer. He snapped it
open, and went into the living room hopping by chance he could catch the last TV sports final
about the ball game yesterday afternoon.
(1:15 am)
Hubert and Helen Chass were looking at the clock, which was just above the kitchen
table.
"What if something happened to them?" Honey if I were you I'd call the police."
"Hold your horses Helen, lets- lets not lose our nerve now- over something you're not
sure of."
Then Hubert thought of Alain Beaudion.
"What if he's over at Charlies?"
"Shouldn't he of at least called!"
"Well, I guess your right Helen, I will call Alain, he must be home by now."
* * *
The scenery was odd. The sky was clear and it was cold. She looked around only to see
snow everywhere. A mountain, yes...she was on a mountain peak. She felt something,
something holding on to her hand. She turned around and noticed Charlie's face. He was inpanic because the only thing keeping him from falling off the cleft was the grip of her hand.
HELP ME LINDA, he kept shouting. It was so cold. She couldn't believe this was
happening.
MY GOD CHARLIE HOLD ON PLEASE.
She tried her best, but her grip let go and Charlie fell, fell downwards deeper and
deeper.
NOOoooooooooooo
Linda woke up still shouting from the broken nightmare. Her heart was beating faster
and she was breathing heavily.
She looked around and was confused. The room in which she was in was abnormal.
Was this another dream?
She was pulling on the strap like materials that tied her hands down. She now noticed
that she was stripped naked lying on her back on an odd table. It resembled a metal table
except it was not cold to the touch. In the background, she could see the walls of the ...room?
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They were grayish, nebulous, almost transparent plastic like walls. Someone or something was
moving on the other side. There were tubes and wires coming from everywhere. Some debris
like objects was floating in the background, but how can that be, she wondered?
Suddenly not too far from her she recognized Normand, then Charlie. They too were
strapped down naked on tables. Their clothes were...also were floating around close by.No gravity...what is this place?
"Hey Charlie, Normand-wake up, WAKE UP!
"HAY-YOU GUYS...WAKE UP!
Charlie's eyes opened, but he was still feeling very drowsy.
"Whats up wha...?
He turned his head to face Linda. She was lying there completely naked. She was so
very beautiful. He could see the lump of her pubic hair and those beautiful breasts. They were
a lot bigger than he imagined and...and she was strapped down. Why?
"Linda...why are you...?
She was crying, in shock.
"Charlie, what are we (sob) doing here?(sob)
He was slowly coming back to his senses. He began looking around.
"Where are we...where...?
Normand heard their conversation, looked at them, and suddenly began laughing.
"What do you find so funny, creep!" said Charlie frustrated.
"Why are we all naked (chuckle) never tried this game before?
"Normand will you wake up, come on, step out of it!"Charlie looked around, and then it was coming back.
"Now I remember."
He looked at Linda.
"We were at the baseball field looking at the northern light, and...
"Yes I remember too." Linda replied.
"I was waiting for you Charlie, Normand said. I decided to wait for you beside the old
bleachers when I saw the light."
There was a brisk movement coming from behind them.
Children, no not children. They were around them, examining them.
Then they remembered. It was long ago, in this very same room.
"No not again, Linda cried out, please not again."
The odd instruments above them were beginning to descend like an octopus after
its prey.
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often complained of having headaches, they had him see a doctor, but nothing showed up
after the diagnosis so the doctor suggested he see a psychiatrist...thats when all hell broke
loose. Elizabeth couldn't accept that at all. What would her parents think? They kept it a secret
A year had past. Alain was having a crisis. The transport company that he worked for
was losing ground by a new competitor: ALIANCE TRANSPORT. Finally they had no otherchoice, but to sell. Alain was out of a job. Later he was hired as a simple truck driver for the
new company.
Elizabeth just couldn't accept that fact that Alain was degraded as simple trucker and
that her son was now seeing a psychiatrist, it was just too much. A separation was evident.
Today Charlie is a perfectly normal kid. His grades are very encouraging and both Alain
and his father get along just fine...at least thats what he hops.
"Anyone for a fresh cup of coffee?" Jennifer asks as she comes out of the kitchen with
the coffee pot in her hand.
Helen looks up at Jennifer wondering if another cup will just make her nerves worse
than they already are.
"No thank you Jennifer."
"Yes, I think I will have another, Alan demands.
Alain approaches the living room window, takes another drink of coffee and gently
moves the curtains about six inches. The street is brightly lit. Moths and different flying
insects attracted by the lamppost fly dizzily in circles. No one passes by.
Dam it son, where the hell are you?
"We'd think we were in some big city or somewhere." Hubert suddenly wails. "Howlong is it going to take them to find our kids?"
Before Hubert could say another word, Alain interrupted him trying to calm him down.
"Hubert, Hubert calm down now, were all in the same situation, so lets not panic
now and just; just try to keep our calm OK. I'm sure the police are doing the best they can."
Helen returned to the kitchen thinking about what Hubert had just said.
Jessie was walking into the kitchen floor. Jennifer could see the sadness in his eyes.
"Honey stop worrying, it isn't helping me."
"Oh...I know Jennifer." replies Jessie as he puts his arms around her.
" They'll find her Jen, don't you worry."
Helen was going through one of Jennifers magazines without really being conscious of
what she was seeing. The only thing she could think about was Normand. She was trying
desperately to remember the conversation that Normand had with Charlie on the phone
yesterday afternoon. Thats when it suddenly struck her.
"Waite a minute!" Helen said as she stood up.
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"I'm pretty sure I heard Normand say something about...meeting Charlie--yes, it was
on Dennison Boulevard, he said he would meet him there."
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Chapter: 5
The Unsolved Case
Constable Mark Mnard was on the phone talking with a police officer from Montreal
concerning the auto-portrait of a wanted suspect related to two different corner store holdups."OK you say that he might be around here...we will receive an auto portrait this
week...ah Hun...OK we will be distributing them as soon as they get in...
OK Thank you, Goodnight."
Mark Mnard was one of the oldest police officers at the station besides Frank Bruno.
Then there was the youngest Paul Rose. Mark had a couple of months left until his retirement,
which he wasnt looking forward to.
His wife Martha on the contrary, was looking forward to that day. She was making
plans for both of them to travel with some of their savings plan that Mark had put aside. She
encouraged her husband telling him that after thirty years it would do them good to relax a bit
and maybe travel to the Bahamas. They didnt have to worry about the children; they were all
grown up and had their own families now.
Mark wouldn't disagree with his wifes idea, but after all those years as a police officer,
it would be difficult. The authority always made him feel good, all the arrests and
investigations would be something of the past.
What would he do?
Paul Rose was doing his fifth year with the department and Frank Bruno was going on
his seventeenth. They both enjoyed teasing Mark about his retirement, but also encouragedthe motive telling him that they too were looking forward to their retirement, but deep down
inside they were just as worried.
Mark was just about to go to the coffee machine when the phone rang.
"Municipal police department, can I help you?
"This is Mrs. Cardinal speaking."
Mark recognized Mrs. Cardinal's voice and suddenly remembered that he still hadn't
had any call in. He wondered why no one had found the missing children yet.
"Yes Mrs. Cardinal...I...it certainly would help...I'm all ears." Mark replied picking up a
pencil and paper.
"...You say Dennison boulevard...OK I will send out a call immediately and I will call
you back as soon as we have something."
As soon as Mark put down the phone, he sent out a call indicating where the teens
could maybe be found. He then headed towards the next office where Paul Rose was filling in
reports. Frank Bruno was off for the night.
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"Paul, Mrs. Cardinal called again."
"Theyre still not home?"
"Nope.
Listen I want you to check it out, there's something fishy going on."
"Sure thing sergeant, but what makes you so suspicious?"With all the years of every kind of investigation, there was only really one that hasn't
been solved yet, and that goes back thirteen years back. The strangest thing about the case is
that it involves the same kids.
Mark sits on the corner of Paul's desk. There was a large window separating both Mark
and Paul's office. From where he sat, he could see the file drawers in his office. He took a sip
of coffee then rubbed away the itch from his chin as he was thinking.
"Well what makes you so suspicious Mark?"
"I don't know, I just have a bad feeling."
"Well, whatever you say Mark." Paul replies as he puts on his cap.
Paul gets up from his desk, puts on his coat uniform and just as soon is out the door.
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Chapter: 6
Waking Up
The flashing colors of the patrol cars suddenly interrupted the darkness of the night.
The cars slowly moved up the Boulevard lighting the ground with their flashlights untie thereached the field.
Alice Prince was assisting Paul Rose in the next patrol car. Alice was new at the station.
She enjoyed her new job as a police officer. She always wanted to be a police. Earlier, after
years of competition, she finally received a martial arts instructor diploma, and finely made it
with the police force.
Suddenly Paul's voice came on the intercom.
"Alice, see anything?"
"No, not yet, maybe they...
Before she could finish her sentence, Paul interrupted her.
"Over there." Paul said pointing his beam towards an object.
Alice pointed her beam upon the same object as Paul was.
"OK, Alice replied, I can see it."
A small lump of something was lying at the far end of the field.
* * *
Mark Mnard sat down at his desk. He was thinking about Mrs. Cardinal's phone call.Just beside his desk where the file drawers, which contained all the investigations going back
to the year 1969. He opened the bottom drawer, and found what he was looking for.
(Unsolved) was stamped on the front cover
(Presumption of abduction)
May 1964-June 1968
Eight years later the search continues. The same three kids for the same strange
reasons. His intuition tells him that the three kids will eventually appear at the same spot they
disappeared. Why was it the old baseball field he wondered? Suddenly he jerked as he heard a
screechy voice coming from the radio intercom.
"Number four calling in answer."
Mark puts the files back on the desk and went to answer the call.
"Mark here."
"Mark we just found three bicycles lying on the ground up here at the old ball field."
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Again...the darn field, what is it about that field?
"Yes Paul, bring the bicycles in, I will phone Mrs. C to come down and see if one of
them belongs to her daughter.
"OK serge (over)."
Mark opened the file drawers and put them away, although he had a hunch he'd betaking them back out soon.
* * *
The large grandfather clock above the fireplace indicated that it was 3:30 am. Helen got
tired of reading magazines, nothing seemed to interest her. She kept fondling nervously with
her hands. She also was tired of seeing Jessie walking the kitchen floor. She stood by the
phone, waiting.
Alain just couldn't sit still and decided that he had about just enough.
"Well I don't know about you people, but I'm going to pay a visit at the police station to
see if anyone is working down there!"
Just as he was about to go out the door, the phone rang.
"Hello, Jenefer said the phone already stuck to her ear.
"Hello, Mrs. cardinal, this is sergeant Bernard...we just found three bicycles lying on the
ground up by the old ball field.
Jennifer felt stunned just hearing those words.
"Do you think some of you could come down to the station to identify them to see itthey belong to the kids?"
"Yes...yes, we'll be right over sergeant."
It was easy to see the troubling expression on Jennifers face as she put the receiver
down.
"Well? Jessie asked, what did he say?"
"The sergeant said that three bicycles have been found lying on the ground at the old
baseball field.
Alain couldn't believe what he just heard.
"My God, I just hope they don't belong to them." Alain replied
Up until this day, all three families kept the secret, but unfortunately, it was dissolved.
Yes, the thing that taunted them most in their lives was suddenly coming back to haunt them
again.
It wasn't only Alain that had these problems before; the Cardinals had their share of
the darkness as well.
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Four years earlier, in the summer of 1983, after enjoying a pleasant day at the beach
with their daughter, the Cardinals decided to have a barbecue in their back yard.
Jessie decided to have a couple of friends come over and have supper with them. Linda
was excited and suggested they buy chips and pop. Jessie on the other hand was thinking of
cold bear he had bought earlier that day. Linda's idea wasn't bad so he also asked his daughterto bring dessert to.
After giving her the money, she mounted her bike and was on her way only to come
back six hours later. The police that said they found her walking in circles in the baseball field,
accompanied her home. They tried to question her, but she seemed as if she was drunk. She
couldn't provide them with any logical reason. The only thing she kept saying was: the lights
are too bright, big eyes, the eyes, big black eyes.
Unfortunately, there was someone else that knew of these strange occurrences. The
Chasses new too much about these events; whatever they were, because that same night their
son Normand was missing also. He had come home very early the next morning wondering
where he had come from. He had no explanation to give. It was a mysterious shroud.
The field, the damned field had something odd about it. As the years would pass they
had learned to forget, and life went back to its normal course...untie today.
* * *
The blinding lights had disappeared leaving the three of them laying flat on their backs
in the center of the field. Water sprinkled their faces making them gain consciousness. Thesky above was a sad gray and it was raining. Their clothing was wet. Slowly they sat, and then
they got up on their feet. Not a word was said. They began to leave each in different directions.
A few minutes later, Linda was coming out of it. She found herself walking, staring at
the sidewalk. The close she had on stuck to her skin. She looked up and noticed that it was
raining. Her T-shirt wasn't put on right. She put her arm through her right sleeve, the other
one was OK. Her sneakers were untied and the top, button of her jeans wasnt snapped.
She stopped walking and dressed herself properly. She started examining the
surroundings and noticed the old log cabins. She was up in the southern part of town.
"Wha...what am I...?"
She wondered what time it could have been...where was her bike.
Panic overcame her and she began to cry.
She was wet and cold. She needed comfort, someone to explain what had happened.
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Charlie realized that he was walking down Ninth Street. Normand wasn't too
far behind.
"CHARIEEE! a voice called from behind.
Charlie looked over his shoulder to see that it was Normand's voice. Normand's face
was almost white and his expression was adrift. Although Charlie himself was verydisoriented, he was concerned for Normand.
"Normand! Are you alright?" Charlie asked lightly shaking Normand's shoulder.
"Yeah I guess, but...whats going on, what happened?"
Charlie would have liked to answer, but as hard as he tried, he couldn't find an answer.
Suddenly he felt very sick. An unpleasant sensation coming from his abdomen went to his
head and made him disgorge a mucky gray substance. He was sweating. He wiped his mouth
with his hand. He felt a lot better and got back up. Normand was gone. It didn't matter, he
would contact him later. All that mattered now was to go home... but what would he say to his
father? He looked at his watch. It indicated 10:15am, but that was impossible. He shook his
watch and put it to his ear, it was ticking. His thoughts were traveling, wondering, trying to
remember, but only to come against a wall. Later he thought, for now I have to get home.
Later that afternoon many questions were asked by the police and by their parents. The
only one that had vague flashes was Normand. Flashes of a strange lit room and the humming
sound was impossible to explain.
As the weeks and months would pass, again the memories of the past would have to be
put aside so that they could try to live a normal life again. , but every once in a while their
parents would try would ask, but wouldn't persist if the teenager would get upset.After a year had past everything was forgiven and forgotten, but there was one person
that didn't forget and needed answers. Sergeant Mark Mnard kept studying the unsolved files
every once in a while. There were no traces of aggression found, but slight scratches behind
each neck. This time Mark kept the files open. He went up to study the field once a week just
in case he would find something that could give him a lead. Next year Linda and Charlie
would graduate except for Normand Chass that had seemed to have lost interest.
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Chapter: 7
The Accident
Wednesday-August 25 (1992)
The ambulance siren could be heard from quite a distance throughout the city. Theambulance was carrying two people involved in a collision in an intersection on highway
twenty leading to the city of Montreal. The other vehicle involved was a cement truck. The
right hand side of the truck had a big dent, but the driver got out without a scratch.
Unfortunately, for the little dodge colt that tried to pass in front of the cement truck so that it
could reach the right hand intersection, didn't have enough speed. It was hit from behind,
colliding into an overpass wall. The passengers are in critical condition. Despite the heavy
traffic, the ambulance was quick enough to make it in time. Arriving at the hospital, the
doctors and nurses were all ready to intervene. One of the assistant nurses to help as the
patents were carried on stretchers to the operating room was Linda Cardinal. One of the
patients, a young girl of about ten years of age had blood on her head and face. The second
patient was in her teens, maybe sixteen or seventeen at the most. She was still conscious and
moaning, calming to have pain in her side. The middle-aged man was still breathing, but not
regularity. Dr, Simons automatically diagnosed multiple fractures to the rib cage, left and
right arm as well. The second Doctor, Dr. Robison estimated that the teenager might have
injuries to the head, a fractured rib or two, and injuries to her hand and wrist.
The youngest was very agitated and was trying to say something. As the nurses began
to undress her, Linda was there to try and calm her.Linda knew that she would be receiving an anesthetic by injection any minute, which
would put her to sleep, but for the moment, the young girl was trying to speak.
Linda approached her ear to the young girl's mouth so that she could try to understand
what she wanted so desperately to say.
"Ma...my father... father, his pills...hh...heart...bad."
"Don't worry, Linda replied trying to reassure her, he will be alright."
Linda felt bad for her, knowing that her father was in critical condition. She informed
Dr. Simons of the information that the young girl had given her.
After the patients had been put to sleep, Linda left the operating room with the
identification papers that she needed to inform the family.
Two hours later, the girls were moved into a room on the second floor. Unfortunately,
their father had died of cardiac arrest due to his multiple fractures.
After the operation, Linda had met Dr. Simons who had operated on the girl's father.
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It was amazing to see how some people could ride their bicycles through this heavy
traffic. It was so dangerous and surely one of these days one of them will end up entering the
emergency entrance. As she looked in the back view mirror, she noticed that a young man was
approaching on his bike. He passed her by and crisscrossed two lanes then kept going.
Somehow, she thought she recognized that person. That face...? Suddenly the slow trafficstarted to accelerate.
It was hot and sticky.
What I need is a good hot bath...and?
A smile appeared on her face as she thought of the young hansom man on his bike. The
ford escort followed traffic until it would eventually reach the intersection leading to
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Chapter: 8
Mountain Bikes
Saturday August 28
If the weather were nice on Saturday mornings, Mont Royal would be crowded withjoggers and trail bike fanatics. The trails were steep and rugged to climb, but it was the
ultimate test for back and leg muscles. The uphill was very difficult, but downhill is when skill
had to be used.
John Perry was a skilled trail bike climber and almost after three years of practice, he
never missed a weekend on the trails.
The sun glimmered throughout the leaves and trees as he drove his bike. Among the
constantly chanting birds gossiping away, a mockingbird could be heard every once in a while.
John was very good at climbing and descending the trails, he was sure he could even enter a
professional team. , but sometimes too much confidence can play nasty tricks.
After half an hour of going uphill, it was now downhill all the way. It was more relaxing,
but it took skill. Carefully holding onto his brakes, he let him self-roll down the hill. He
noticed that behind him were others slowly catching up, but if they got too close he would let
go of his brakes. The curves were very steep around these parts of the mountain. Knowing the
path by heart, he knew that about fifty feet up ahead the trail would be fairly horizontal. He
stood up on his paddles arching his back and head forwards. The trails were so worn down
from the constant passing bikes, that the roots of the trees were almost Omni present.
Suddenly his bike was vibrating from the roots. Others were approaching; he knew he had togo faster. The vibration stopped. He lifted his head looking up ahead and could see the
horizontal part of the path. His front tire struck a low cut stump and John went flying five feet
landing in the bushes to the left hand side. He rolled into a large tree, which stopped him. His
head hurt from hitting the tree. He had a few scratches and bruises, but thought he was all
right until he tried to get up. He felt a sharp pain in his lower left leg and foot. One of the
bikers that was just behind, stopped to see if he was all right.
"Hey man, hey, are you alright?"
"N...no I...I think I broke something."
"Don't move, I will be right with you in a Sec."
The man was wearing tight stretchy green and yellow bicycle shorts. He had slightly
long light brown hair.
John was lying on his side when the young man reached him.
A little out of breath, the man said:
"Hay...that was some leap you gave back there."
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"Yeah, I know, I shouldn't have distracted my attention by looking up ahead."
"Well, if it will help, youre not the only one that had that similar accident here, many
others did too...including myself. Here...put your arm around my neck and hold on, I will help
you go down the path."
"Yes , but what about our bikes, how will...jeez that hurts!"Take it easy...
"John, my...my name is John."
"Right John, don't try to put any weight on your foot."
"I tied my bike to a tree, I will tie yours with mine and come back for them later.
John was surprised by the young man's hospitality.
"Thank you by way ah...?"
"Charlie. the young man replied.
"Thanks Charlie, I will owe you one."
Luckily, the parking lot wasn't too far. Charlie deposited John in his Honda Civic, and
then went back for the bicycles. A few moments later Charlie was back with the bikes. He put
the two bikes in each car.
"John, do you think you could use your right foot to drive?"
"Yeah, my right foot is OK I guess.
"Just follow me to the closest hospital, I will help you when we get there OK."
"Got it." John replied
Once they reached the emergency, Charlie helped John into a wheelchair. Charlie tried
asking for help, but everyone seemed so busy. John was impatient, he couldn't wait with therest of the patients in the waiting room, this was too urgent. They found a nurse, but she was
busy assisting a patient.
"How does a person get help around here anyway? John asked.
There was a nurse coming out of a room, but she was heading the opposite direction.
Charlie waved his hand.
"Ah...nurse...nurse, can you help us please?"
The young nurse stopped and turned around. As she walked toward them, she noticed
the man in a wheelchair.
"Yes sir, can I..."
She recognized the face. She was just as surprised as he.
Charlie couldn't believe it. Was it really Linda?
She looked so pretty in her white uniform. Her smile was just as captivating as ever.
"Cha...Charlie, Charlie Beaudoin...what on earth..."
"Linda...?"
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The rain persisted and he was beginning to wonder if maybe she had changed her
mind. A sudden smile appeared on his face, she hasnt changed a bit, well maybe. , but then
there were also other memories of his old friend Normand. The expression was changing to
concern. There was something strange he couldnt pinpoint. Although they were the best of
friends, that friendship had dissolved. Just before he left Golden Valley to go to college,Normand's compartment was changing. Whether he phoned him or went to his house to talk
to him, his parents would always say that he didnt have the time or wasnt really feeling good
that day. It was a complete mystery. He suddenly felt someone beside his table.
Charlie.
Linda was looking just splendid. Her smile was so friendly.
Linda, hi.
He was awestruck to the refreshing smell of perfume. She wore a black low cut blouse
which revealed a little of her firm breasts. Tight blue jeans, her light straight blond hair hung
over her shoulders.
Linda you look stunning.
Why thank you Charlie.
Sorry if Im late, but just look at that rain, isnt if awful.
Right, it took my almost half an hour just to find a parking.
That my friend is the city life.
So Charlie, what shall we have? said Linda rubbing her hands with anticipation.
As they waited for the pizza to arrive, Charlie had so many questions to ask.
So, how long have you been a nurse and how long have you wanted to become one?She chuckled the way Charlie asked his questions.
OK, its been exactly two years and two weeks altogether, its hard work, you always
have to be alert, the shifts can be outrageous, but I love it.
Hun, look at that. Linda exclaimed looking out the window.
It stopped raining.
Suddenly she noticed something familiar in the street. A young man passing through
traffic with his bike, then she remembered.
Wait a minute, now I remember, it was you the other day?
Me? What do you mean?
She explained that she thought she had recognized him in traffic on his bike.
Could be, I always go to work with my bike, I find it faster than my car.
Well I wont disagree, that slow traffic after work drives us all crazy.
, but Charlie please be careful.
Dont worry, Im always careful.
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was obvious now, Charlie was in love. He was dying to kiss her soft lips, to hold her in his
arms.
Linda could sense that Charlie was thinking of her, what could he be thinking of, she
wondered. He was so handsome with his slightly long hair combed back and light brown
Swede sports jacket that matched with his tight blue jeans. Should she ask him over to herapartment? She imagined Charlie in bed with her and it excited her. She remembered when
they were both young, the first time Charlie kissed her, however; she could not remember
where it was, but she was sure of it.
Later they both arrived at Lindas parking lot just beside the block apartment. They
ended the night with a passionate kiss. She was so beautiful; he never wanted this moment to
end.
Goodnight Linda, he said with another kiss.
See you tomorrow Charlie, she replied with a pretty smile.
Once he reached the highway intersection, the traffic was much quieter than during the
day. He couldnt wait to see her again, to hold her in his arms tight, to make passionate love to
her. Then he thought about what Linda had told him about Normand being in a mental
institute. What could have happened? He would have to know and the only way would be to
go back to his hometown in Golden Valley.
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Chapter 9
A Bright Star
(Four years earlier)
Although he thought he would enjoy his retirement , and that he would relax by goingfishing with his wife and friends; but no, it was oppressive.
Paul Rose and Frank Bruno would go over to visit every so often. They would play cards
and talk just about everything, but their job. Mark would act as if he enjoyed himself, but that
illusion didnt work on his long time bodies. They knew Mark much too long and could sense
the loneliness he tried to hide. Once he asked Paul how Alice was doing and if there was
anything new. Paul knew that Mark was referring to the case of the missing children.
His retirement was driving him crazy. No one was surprised, to see Mark come back on
the job, not even his wife. Paul, Frank and Alice knew that there was something bothering him
and that thing was the mystery of the field disappearances. Although a year had past, Mark
still couldnt understand what had happened to those three kids on the night of their
disappearance. A few weeks after the event, everything was forgotten and the kids as well as
their parents went on with their lives as if nothing had ever happened, or as if they didnt want
to remember. Mark did go up to search the field, but there was nothing there except when he
searched the back woods and bushes. He discovered what looked like to him as if the bushes
were crushed by something very heavy in a circular form. He thought a drilling company
could have made it or a loader could have deposited snow there last winter. What really
ignited his curiosity was that a rumor went around that someone had seen a strange dim bluelight coming from the bushes at the far end of the field the night the kids had disappeared.
That was exactly where he found the circular form. So every once in a while Mark would drive
up long side the field at dawn and waited. There had to be a simple reason for those lights,
maybe some nut with an oil lamp trying to scare someone or abduct him or her by putting
them asleep with a cloth filled with chloroform so that he could rape them after. At least that
was his hypothesis. One night he parked his car long side the field and waited and waited until
he was starting to fall asleep when something caught his attention. He wasnt sure, but he
thought he saw a star move. He blinked his eyes and looked again. The star was still there, but
not moving.
I think I should go home to bed, thats what I should do.
He was about to look at the field when he noticed the star jerk away bringing along with
it a short tail of orange fire then it disappeared. He kept staring at the sky until suddenly the
tail appeared again for only a second or two landed with the speed of a shooting star at the far
end of the field. He was stunned. He didnt know what to make of it. A dim flashing blue light
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Chapter 10
H-X-Tech
At 3:00pm, the smell of fresh percolated coffee filled the Hospital cafeteria. As usual,
Linda was sitting at a table with another nurse eating a croissant with her coffee. Theirconversations would generally be about wages or strictly medical.
Laura Morelli took the habit of sitting down with Linda at every break. She found Linda
to be very sociable and took a liking to her. Laura was five foot two, in her forties, large hips
and, buttocks and a large thick pair of breasts she also was very talkative. Linda was friendly
with the Italian woman, but sometimes had a hard time keeping up with her conversations,
which were mostly about her family. Sometimes Linda would find the womans conversations
somewhat interesting, but then there were times she got on her nerves, but whatever the
conversations were about today, Linda had a hard time concentrating. There was only one
thing on her mind today and that was Charlie. As the woman was explaining what a hard time
she had lived with her first husband, Linda slowly started losing all contact with reality. She
was seeing herself in Charlies arms. She was thinking about the movie, the restaurant and
about how he kissed her last night. He hadnt changed that much through the years. He still
had some of the freckles on his nose and upper cheeks.
Linda. said Laura.
Are you listening? she said with a chuckle.
Whats the big smile on your face about?
Hun smile, oh nothing, its just something I remembered.Well, I will see you later Linda. Then Laura walked away.
Linda looked up at the clock on the wall and noticed that her coffee break was up. She
sipped the rest of her coffee and proceeded to leave the cafeteria. She couldnt wait to see
Charlie again.
* * *
Monday was hard starting off at the office, but now that wasnt anything unusual at H-X-
Tech-Com. Non of the sixteen employs were allowed to smoke outside or inside, no friendly
phone calls of chatting on the job. That was Mr. Higgens policy the boss of H-X-Tech inc.
The last time the office building had a paint job was seven years ago and to this day the light
green and white color still looks as if its just been painted. Charlie was what you can say
satisfied with the job, or almost. He didnt like it as much as when he had first begun, but he
was satisfied with the salary. Somehow, the job was getting to him. It seemed to be the same
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Now where did I put those boxes of decorations?She thought, holding her right elbow
while her hand held her chin.
* * *
December 13
At three oclock, the hospital cafeteria was filled with chatter. Linda needed another
strong cup of coffee. A few moments earlier as she was returning from the operating room, the
odd flashes had come back, the same as in her dreams. What could it mean? Why was she
constantly having these odd dreams, these flashes? She would have to talk about them with
Charlie. Maybe it would be better to consult a PSY. No, that was for other people, but then
she remembered Normand. What could have happened to him? Could the same thing be
happening to her? She could still recall the flashes she had earlier.
She was going to the operating room to clean up and pick up two bottles of antiseptic
needed in the emergency room when it hit her. She couldnt move, as if a mirage was
appearing around her. The room resembled a cold dark oval dungeon. Strange gray flexible
tubs were hanging from the ceiling. In the center of the room, people were tied down naked to
a sort of metallic table. There was a presence in the dark room; children maybe, but she wasnt
sure. The people were screaming. For an instant, she thought she recognized the voices. The
little children no, these were not children, their shape, it was different, it was ugly. Suddenly
one of the small creatures noticed her presence and was slowly turning around to meet
Lindas gaze. She wanted out, wanted this to end. There was a hissing sound. It was gettinglouder as the thing was turning, turning to meet her gaze. Horrible large black oval eyes
blinked like that of a reptile.
NO! she shouted.
The thing was zooming in on her. The loud hissing sound was intolerable and the eyes
were closing in on her. She shouted putting her hands to her face.
Tranquility took hold of the room. She slowly removed her hands from her face. Nothing.
She was alone in the hospital operating room.
The aroma of fresh coffee filled the cafeteria. Linda was still shaking, but it was over, she
had to relax now. She decided that she would have to forge an explanation to finish the day.
After giving an explanation to the head nurse, she headed to her locker room. She took off her
uniform and changed into regular close. She put on her winter coat and boots, closed the
locker door and proceeded towards the hallway. She was just about to reach the entrance
when Dr. Simpson crossed her path. He smiled when he saw her.
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Dr. Simpson, she thought. He would have an explanation for these spells Im having?
Linda was just about to turn around and catch up with him, but she reconsidered. She who
was supposed to be a healthy and competent young nurse. What would he think; what if it was
mental. They wouldnt hesitate to lay her off.
Wait a minute, what am I thinking. This is absurd. No one is going to lay me off. All Ineed is a hot bath and two Tylenols.
Linda! a voice called from behind, it startled her.
My, you sure are jumpy today young lady.
She relaxed as she noticed the friendly smile on Dr. Simpsons face.
You must be wondering why Im leaving so early.
Nurse Henley tells me you're not feeling well.
Well, yes I
He gently laid his hand upon her right shoulder.
Its alright Linda. His voice was soft.
You go right ahead Linda, youve must have had a rough week.
Listen, I want you to come in only when you are feeling top shape you hear.
It reassured her hearing those comforting words.
I- I will be fine Dr. Simpson, it must only be a cold coming up.
Well, he replied with a smile.
If it gets any worse, you come see me you hear.
As she gets closer to the entrance doors, the magic eye catches her movement and the
doors open letting the cold winter air in. She covers her face with the collar of her coat andwalks to the parking lot. She would have to talk to Charlie about her spells.
* * *
Large snowflakes fall gently and bluntly. Christmas carols could be heard in almost
every store in the large city. People fill the stores like ants looking for the best presents to
offer. The atmosphere is spirit lifting. Charlie is pleased with the present he just purchased for
Linda. He couldnt wait for their Christmas holidays to begin on the weekend. They both were
happy about spending Christmas back home in Golden Valley this year. Charlie was heading
towards his car when he felt a sharp pain he recognized. A sharp stinging pain coming from
the back of his right ear. He stopped and held onto a parking meter, and waited for it to pass.
Dammed, not again, he thought as he held onto the cold metal. Usually the headaches
would emerge early in the morning, but this was the first time he had them during the day. He
kept it a secret from Linda, but eventually he would have to see a Doctor. He squinted his eyes
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Chapter 12
Christmas
December 15
OK bye, have a nice holiday and Merry Christmas. said Linda to one of the nursesleaving the Hospital. Every once in a while, Linda would turn her attention towards the clock.
It was 3:35pm and her off was at 4:00pm.
Linda, you know what? said Laura.
Linda was now at the photocopying machine when she heard Laura talking to her.
Pardon me? Linda asked uncertain.
It's a my husband, hes a calla me yesterday night you know.
Not again, Linda thought, dont tell me she is going to talk about that mean husband of
hers.
He asks me to forgive.
You know Linda, the woman explained with a swaying of the hands while looking up
at the ceiling with an almost spiritual expression.
Maybe its a better to forgive for Christmas, yes?
Linda did not know whether to answer with a yes or no, but judging the circumstances,
she thought it would be better to say yes.
Ah yes Laura, I suppose.
You know Linda, my a husband Rudolf, he was not a always so bad, its a just
becauseBefore Laura could finish what she was going to say, Linda found an excuse to do
something else. She didnt need to hear the tiresome story of how her husband used to be such
a good person before he started beating her every time he got drunk.
Im sorry Laura, but I have to bring these copies to the desk before four oclock, I will
be right back.
Its OK Linda, we a talk later.
Laura was thinking of calling her husband to invite him over for supper tonight, but
what if he was drinking that afternoon. Who was she kidding, why should Christmas change
him, it never did before. Suddenly an emergency code was announced on the intercom. A
commotion was coming from the emergency room. As the doors opened, the ambulance team
was trying their best to revive an injured woman. Laura hurried to call Dr. Simpson on the
intercom. Linda was almost at the front desk when she heard Lauras voice. Automatically, she
turned back in a hurry knowing there was an accident and a patent was being brought in. The
sir rum bags held by the ambulance team were swaying. A right arm was hanging loose from
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Chapter 13
The Long Trip
December 20
Linda checked and re-checked the luggage and everything was there. At last, theirholiday has begun.
Charlie left the building and walked towards the parking lot with one last satchel in his
arm.
OK Linda, we're ready to leave.
I hope this nice weather wont change.
Of course not Linda, Charlie replied with a smile.
Look, said Charlie spreading his hands to the sky.
Its not snowing today and I say it will be a beautiful day.
Linda looked up at the sky with doubt. Charlie noticed the little grin.
Oh come on Linda, lets get going, Im telling you its going to be a beautiful day.
I know Charlie, Im just kidding. (Chuckles)
Charlie switched cars and parked his Honda Civic in Lindas parking space. Fifteen
minutes later, they were on the highway swarming with traffic as if everyone had decided to
leave all at the same time. Once they past the sky- scrapers, manufactories and publicity signs
of the busy city, they finally reached the limit of the city on highway 15 heading towards the
serenity of the country. The music coming from the radio was from the 60s
Under the boardwalk, I found the sunUnder the boardwalk, we were having fun
Linda cuddled close to Charlie laying her head on his shoulder and holding onto his right
arm. They both were thinking of home and were impatient to arrive. Suddenly Linda noticed a
smile on Charlies face.
Whats that smile about?
Oh, I was just thinking of something that happened at the office yesterday.
Well, what happened? asked Linda
Charlie didnt say anything. He enjoyed teasing Linda in that manner, knowing she
couldnt stand guesses. He kept the smile. She knew he was teasing her and she loved him for
doing so.
Charlie! she exclaimed gently slapping his leg.
Tell me or I will scream.
OK, OK, he said with a chuckle.
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Charlie, ever since I was just a kid, I sometimes kept having strange nightmares, but
now I have them, but even when Im awake.
The strangest thing is that I only have these flashes when I enter the operating room.
Charlie, I dont know what it means, but after I have these seizures, they are alwaysfollowed by headaches.
I keep seeing myself in a strange place that always involve the same children and ugly
looking little creatures with large black eyes.
Charlie had a difficult time analyzing what he just heard; however, there was something
she had said that struck him.
Linda you say you have bad headaches?
Yes, but only after the flashes.
Where does it hurt the most?
Linda looked at Charlie wondering why he wanted to know.
Linda, tell me.
She put her fingers behind her ear.
Right around here, in the back of my neck.
What was this all about? How could she have them in the same spot as he?
Linda, I have the same headaches and at the very same spot as you.
I also had the same flashes once or twice.
Linda looked at him without saying anything. Was he laughing at her, but there was no
smile on his face.You you have?
Yes Linda, I never told you before because I
Before he could say another word, Linda cut short his words.
What does it mean Charlie?
I dont know, but maybe it has something to do when we were kids.
Linda, maybe we should consult, it already crossed my mind.
I dont know Charlie, Im not sure. She replied with an uncertain expression.
OK, lets forget it for now Linda, we are on vacations, well talk about it later.
He laid his hand upon her knee and she leaned her head against his shoulder.
As the Laurentians came into view, they caught a glimpse of the sky slopes filled with
hundreds of skiers descending the slopes. Their next stop was in a little town called Mount
Laurier where they had a poutine for lunch.
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Linda and Charlie were smiling knowing that surely they would ask that question.
Mom, replied Linda smiling, we talked about it on the way down and well, Charlie felt it
would be better if he slept at his fathers for a few days, and I stay with you for a few.
They both looked at Linda and Charlie surprised, but finally accepted their decision.
Well, whatever you say, said Jessie with a smile showing no offense.
* * *
She felt content bringing Normand his Christmas present, but that was not the only
reason. Normand had begun talking again. It wasnt every day normal talk conversation, but
at least he was talking to her again. Sometimes he looked so sincere and sure, of himself she
could almost want to believe what he was telling her. When? She wondered, when would her
son come out of it. Why did it have to happen to him and not his friends? Normand was such a
healthy young boy. She held back her emotions, this was not a day to be sad and this was a day
to celebrate. She was sure Normand would be happy to receive his gift.
* * *
Christmas eve was special this year at the Cardinals, family and friends were reunited
once again. Alain Beaudoin was proud of his son and just like Helen and Jessie, he expected
Linda as if she were his daughter-in-law. Charlie couldnt wait for midnight to come. There
was still half an hour left. Linda would surely be surprised with the little gift Charlie had tooffer her. He could not wait for her to open it. In the living room beside the fireplace, presents
of all sizes were placed beneath the Christmas tree. Hanging just above the fireplace, pinned
on the large wooden beam, were large red stockings inflated with surprises. Charlie and Linda
were sitting close together chatting with relatives, but every once in a while, Charlie would
look at the stockings which reminded him of when he was just a child his father would do the
same. It felt good to be home again, but there was something missing, something precious, his
old buddy Normand. He would have to see him again, what could have happened to him. He
thought about it and decided he would have to see him. It was almost midnight and everyone
was eager to open their gifts. At 12:01 am, every gift was being unwrapped. After opening the
gifts that Linda had for Charlie, it was Linds turn to open hers. There was only one, a very
tiny one. Everyone gazed with wonder, could it be what they were thinking? Linda opened the
tiny gift with excitement hoping it was what she was thinking, but no, it couldnt be, but what
she found was unbelievable. She was shaking with excitement. It was a tiny engagement ring.
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Her heart skipped a beat, tears rolled down her cheek. Everyone was overjoyed and applauded
the young couple.
Oh Charlie, said Linda crying with joy.
She put on the ring and rushed into Charlies arms. Everyone was emotional.
OK people, said Jessie as he headed towards the kitchen and was back in no timewith a bottle of Champaign.
This needs a toast.
Glasses were served and everybody celebrated.
* * *
December 25
The next morning as Linda woke up, the first thing she did was look at her left finger.
He actually proposed
She hurried out of bed and headed into the shower. A few moments later, she got
dressed and went downstairs to join her parents that were already having breakfast.
Hi mom, hi dad. she said with a smile, and then went to the phone.
Jennifer was already preparing another batch of fresh pancakes.
Linda, dont you think you should have something to eat first.
Yes mom, this wont take long.
Alain was just about to go out the door when he heard the phone.
Hello.No Linda, Charlie isnt here, I was just about to drop by your place.
Charlie said he will be back, he said he wanted to see Norman.
Normand? Linda replied.
There was a pause at the other end. Alain knew about Normand, he also knew that
maybe this wasnt the best time for Charlie to see his friend, but Charlie insisted anyway.
Linda, are you still there?
Yes, she replied
Dont worry Linda, he said hed bed back in no time at all, I will see you in a few
minutes.
OK Mr. Beaudoin.
Jessie and Jennifer could see the disappointing expression on their daughters face
What Linda, whats this about Normand?
Oh nothing, its just that Charlie- well, its been bothering him for a while now, so he
went to pay Normand a visit, he will be back soon.
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The weather had changed to gushing winds, blowing snow making it hard to see. Ice
formed on the windshield sticking the wipers to the glass. After scraping the windshields,
Charlie got into the car and waited for the engine to warm up before leaving. Through his
windshield, he could vaguely see Normands silhouette staring out his window.
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May 30th 1994, the day of the eclipse.
Now that they were engaged, they both decided to stay together. Lindas apartment was
the largest. After a week of packing and unpacking boxes, they were finally all installed.
Charlie entered the small parking lot, and parked his red Plymouth Voyager just beside
the Ford Escort. It was strange seeing the afternoon in pitch darkness. Everyone at the officewas talking about the eclipse this morning, but it was about three quarters to the end and the
afternoon was getting brighter. As he got out of the drivers seat, he took another look at his
new minivan. It wasnt new, but only two years old. With the exchange of his Honda Civic, he
got a very reasonable price for it and now they would have much more space if ever they were
to go on vacations. He had already thought of purchasing it, but the engagement ring had cut
his finances back. As he headed towards the building, he suddenly stopped in his steps. He
found it strange that Linda should be home this early. He looked at his watch, which indicated
2:30pm. Whatever the reason for her absence at work, the timing couldnt have been better.
* * *
Linda had come home earlier than usual. This morning just like every other morning
for the past month was supposed to be perfectly normal. She went to work feeling propitious,
but after an hour on the job, the strange sensation that she had almost forgotten had emerged
once again like a fearsome predator. She hoped that it would eventually disappear, but it did
not. She hurried to the womans room. Once there, she approached the sink, turned on the
cold-water tap and splashed her face with water.Unfortunately, it did not help. She felt a light pressure mounting to her head. Her
vision was beginning to blur. The room around her was changing. Obscure visions of another
place appeared. The foggy vision was dissipating and clearing. She was at the place again, a
large dungeon like room. Something grayish was dripping from the ceiling.
There were large tube like structures stuck to the walls and they were covered the
grayish substance. Even the dark tubular gray walls were sluggish with the substance. In the
center of the large room were two-rectangular metal like platforms that resembled
Embalmment beds. She had a sensation of levitation, and being placed on the metal bed by
hands.
Oh no, noooooooooooo
Linda puts her hands to her face trying desperately to shake the vision away. Once the
hellish hallucination had vanished, she left work finding an excuse to give to the head nurse.
Once she reached her apartment, she took a hot shower and tried to relax. As she was drying
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Linda was quite excited and amazed to see the red colored Van.
Well, what do you think? asked Charlie with a big smile.
Charlie, you didnt.
Yes I did.
She focused on the van.But why a Van? she asked with a grin.
You dont like it. He asked.
Well yes, but why a Van and not a car?
Well I thought about that yes, and and. What should he answer?
Space, its the space, lots of space.
How much? said Linda.
Take a look for yourself.
Thats not what I meant Charlie.
Oh, well, not that much you know.
Charlie, how much.
Alright, I paid one grand for it, can you believe that. Charlie replied with a grin.
Its a 1982 Plymouth Voyager and the dealer said it was in good condition, lots of
space Linda.
She looked at him still smiling.
Well what are we waiting for Charlie, lets try it out.
Tre try it out, sure. He replied pleased with Linds reaction.
They spent the rest of the afternoon driving throughout the city each their turn untilthey decided to stop at a restaurant for supper. It was surprising how easy it was for Charlie to
help change Linds ideas and anxieties. The spicy smell was pleasant as they entered the
Italian restaurant. Charlie chose a table at the back just beside a window. While they waited to
be served, they chatted about car brands, but were very satisfied with the deal Charlie had
made on his car.
Linda, do you remember the first time we met here in Montreal.
Yes Charlie, it was at the Hospital.
What I meant was the first time we had dinner together.
Of course I do, it was she looked around and had a sensation of dj vu.
Charlie, this is the place we
Yes it is Linda. He replied with a chuckle.
She looked deep into his eyes. There wasnt any change in him since the first day they
met. He always was so charming and loving natured.
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Charlie I love you so much.
Linda, how did you know I was just going to say the same?
Oh, by the way Linda, why are you home so early this afternoon?
Slowly her expression began to change. She turned her attention towards the large
window.Linda, whats wrong, asked Charlie in a soft voice.
I-I had them again Charlie, I was there again.
Charlie was sad with what she just said, but on the other hand, he too was hiding
something from her. Earlier, he too experienced a part of her daunting world. He now
understood what she meant when she said it was a cold and dark place. They needed help and
fast.
Linda we have to.
May I take your order now, said the waitress suddenly interrupting their conversation.
She took their order in a hurry and went to the next table.
Linda, I thought you were.
No Charlie, I didnt yet, I didnt think it would happen again.
Linda you have to, we have to.
Charlie, Im afraid, Dr. Simpsons is almost my boss, he has a great deal of confidence
in me.
He took her hand and held it in his.
Everything is going to be alright Linda, we have to find out what the meaning of
this is.She thought of every word he said, she knew that Charlie was right, but she was afraid of
the consequences. A few minutes later, their pizza arrived and was savored until the last piece.
Saturday June 27th 1994
Charlie decided to stop by the SAQ to buy a good quality bottle of wine, it was the perfect
match with the steaks they were having for the evening meal.
An hour later Linda was sitting at her table on the patio while Charlie arrived with their
meals.
Looks delicious Charlie.
Yes, wait until you bite into this steak, cost me a fortune, but its worth it.
Although Linda was feeling a little nauseous, she forced herself with a good serving.
Charlie waited for Linda expression.
Well . . . What do you think?
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Chapter 15
The day of the eclipse.
November 5th One month earlier
At the end of the second floor corridor, extremely bright lights could be seen comingfrom inside the door-frame of one of the patents rooms. Suddenly there was a scream coming
from Normands room. One of the patents cried out for the help. Interns followed the security
personnel as they rushed towards the room. As they opened the door, they noticed that
Normand was missing. They searched the building including the premises; Normand was
nowhere to be found. Three hours later that evening, Normand reappeared in his room,
naked. His eyes were bloodshot, and he was shaking with shock. He was carried to the
hospital where he was thoroughly examined. A few hours later, Normand was OK and was free
to go.
The next day, Normand was feeling much better; in fact, he hasnt felt this good for a
very long time and asks permission to visit his parents. Two weeks later, Normand acts
normal again. He is signed out of the psychiatric ward and is back living with his parents for
the moment. His parents find it a little odd that Normand has suddenly recovered so fast, but
are so happy that their son was back to his senses again.
* * *
Their vessel is immobile camouflaged within the clouds. Their stealth radar hindrance
system is kept on. The inner craft is airless and filled with the only gas they need to survive.
Air is lethal to them; however; once they visit the planet, they wear special suits that are
molded perfectly resembling their own body, they carry the gas they need to breath in special
pouches.
When warm-blooded beings are beamed to their space-roving vehicle for their
experiments, so is a percentage the air around them. They can only keep the warm-blooded
beings for so long, the amount of air around them diminishes as they inhale it. One hour at
the most is sufficient for their work. However, one of their experiments has worked. They
have finally succeeded in possessing one of their warm-blooded guinea pigs. They have some
of his DNA just like the three others; but so far, their experiences trying to mix their own DNA
have failed. The beings that have hatched did not resemble any warm-blooded nor their own,
but strange creatures that they have to dispose of.
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