She didn't even think about the implant and the audience her audible efforts were attracting on the unseen submarine. Training and discipline had repl...ced thought and judgment; Tracy was simply a programmed device in the water; armed and guided by remote control; trying to make her objective within an allotted time.Somewhere in the middle of her efforts, Tracy realized that the storm was blowing her towards the island. Stopping, she struggled treading water as she looked at her watch. As far as. The word got around in certain circles and she got a request from an unexpected boy after school one day. She was busy later but, had enough time if they could figure out where to go. He had a car so they drove to a park access road off the highway. No one was around right after school and she went home again. In a few weeks she made some serious money. School was almost out and she was graduating at age 18. She found a job in a city office and kept her side business, with the rich boys. Then. But I know I can't come with you and fight and stuff. If you think I can do it..."I nodded. "I wouldn't offer if I didn't."He sighed. "When do I go?" How about after supper?"I walked him down to Redcliffe Village, and bought him a few more things: some toys, an empty notebook, quill, and ink, and a storybook meant for children. I knew Theron would provide for him (or Eamon would, indirectly, by supporting Theron until he was back on the throne), but I wanted him to have some of his own things,. I could hear some of the other guys snickering a little, talking amongst themselves."Shut-up!" Coach growled at them. "Russet, you sure you wanna play football?" Yes sir!" I said. "I love football, Coach!" You don't wanna be a cheerleader?" He peered at me through my helmet."No sir!" I shook my head."You gonna cry on my football field, Russet?" No sir!" I stood up a little straighter. "I ain't gonna cry." Well, your brothers play some mean football, Russet. What do you figure on doin'?" I.