The day had developed into a hot summer's day as we sat out on the balcony with the Sunday paper and a mellow CD playing on the sound system as we wai...ed for our food to be delivered.It was nearly one o'clock by the time we had finished our feast of fruits, cereal, hot bread, jams, cheeses and meats; all washed down with strong black coffee to clear the excesses of Saturday night."What would you like to do?" I asked as I soaked up the rays and admired the fantastic view of the harbour."I just. "Or worse shot your own child."The last said because she wanted to see his reaction. He missed it."What the hell are those things? Why are they covering you?" He asked but still had not put down the weapon."These beings are natives of this planet and very intelligent. I would have to say that if it wasn't for them we would be dead now, they've been protecting and caring for us. That storm was all but centered over the ship. I think it had something to do with the energy from the shields or even. Differential punishments willquickly send the right message. Girls caught being naughty with girlswill be invited to see me or Molly for a friendly chat. Boys caughtwith girls will be sent to Georgie for a less friendly chat." HereGeorgie gave one of her sinister smiles. "Boys caught with boys will beenrolled in a special programme devised by Maria and Annabelle." Therewas much excitement about this. Rosie's Gynarchy was beginning to takeshape."As for the Mooneys, we need to evolve a strategy. I've seen things like this happen all too many times in the past and I know what kind of effect this sort of thing can have on people."I've come to tell you that the DNA on those hairs from your washing machine didn't show up any matches on our computer system. Anyway now Anna's DNA is on the system so if..." The sergeant's voice trailed off; then when he composed his thoughts. "Well, you know, if anything turns up in the future, we'll be able to contact you."Thanks," I said to him, feeling.