I didn't realise how big America was, how far New York was from Texas. In Britain, I could get just about anywhere in a few hours, London was only a 3...hour train journey. It took us two full day train journeys to get to Texas. At least the crossing was smooth.He was there to meet me at the dock, and oh, he was smiling that smile again. I just flew into his arms, and kissed him, there they were, those beautiful lips. After too few kisses, we went straight to his hotel. He had a double room this. . was it pride? ... in her voice and for a moment felt an unwelcome flash of envy. “Helen,” she replied, “Helen Firth. I’ve only been in Maldon a few weeks.”“Oh! I hope you like it here?”“Yes, I do. I met your vicar shortly after I got here, but this is my first service.”“Well, I hope you enjoy it, if that’s the right word. We’re ... the church here ... is quite special.”Sasha turned her attention back to her husband and the Bible in her hand. Helen glanced to her right. How odd. The person. At least the United Nations had the grace to relocate to Switzerland. Their new-found reliance on funds from Islamic sources to continue the farce of being a "New World Order" allowed them to continue the charade. With her "broom" of cost-consciousness, the new mayor of New York decided she didn't want to be the host to the free-loaders any longer.Even with a military establishment split into three distinct sectors, each of the new nations remained secure enough to deter any encroachment. The. The guys were either at the bar or palling around. They left the party room and headed down the hallway, when Shelia was grabbed by a large hand attached to a large man.“Ari, you didn’t see anything or anyone, or else. I know where you and Kevin live.” Darrel said.Jasmine had already run back to the room, screaming. Ari followed but didn’t scream. Already the room was emptying, Max, Kevin and Raymond, now holding Jasmine, were in front.Max headed right for the front door, several.