NOIR
Chapter Four
Bobol
By Steve Edward
Friday, September 1st 1800 hours, Pieter Estate, Ukkel, Belgium
Phil Nagel with Mireille Bouquet and Kirika Yumura had been shown to the reception hall. Mireille noted that it had been more like they had been herded than guided, but they were not alone in the crowd. The remainder of those invited had been gathered with them and awaited the presence of their host Tiebout Pieter.
Kelly Summers parked with the rest of the limousines ran the polishing cloth along the fender listened to the muted conversations of the other drivers with one ear and the other to the muted conversations in the main house of the estate. Observing the guards keeping watch on the parking area, Kelly casually opening the trunk to get another cloth spoke discreetly, "Randy I have six visually. I suspect the moment I start to move they would be all over me." The two mike clicks acknowledged her report as she closed the trunk.
The search of the guests had been limited, primarily focused on those with body guards. Tiebout Pieter remembering Kirika's attention to detail had apparently directed that his own security detail reply in kind. Kirika would have liked to seen Pieter's face when he learned she carried no fire arm. Considering the situation she did not need her favored Beretta, as she eyed the room she saw plenty of objects that could be transformed into weapons of her choice or she could relieve one of the guards of theirs.
Mireille Bouquet spared the search that Kirika had undergone returned to the side of Phil Nagel with drinks in hand, "Randy is moving in closer for some reason. He thinks Pieter may have tried to dig deeper." Phil Nagel taking a sip of the soda water and lemon replied quietly "Tiebout did strike me as being a sly fox. We will have to play this out and try to avoid any gunplay, hand-to-hand if at all possible."
Tiebout Pieter frowned as he viewed the video monitors of those who had been accepted and who had arrived. Touching the joy stick and swiveling the camera to focus on the American, he pondered the interrupted phone call from Atlanta. He had heard yelling, but nothing more before the connection terminated. Picking up the telephone he spoke, "Direct those present to the main hall, but isolate the American and his party. Advise him that I desire to meet him privately. I will be down in five minutes."
The overgrowth concealed the Land Rover's movement, but Randy wondered if the small tree that had fallen across the overgrown road had made too much noise when the Land Rover's brush guard had snapped it in half, and Irena powering over the remains had made too much noise with the diesel. The wooden gate before them weather worn and in disrepair impeded further progress for the time being, as Randy instructing Irena that when the time came she was to power through it.
Phil Nagel about to follow the gathering into the main hall was stopped. The man before him almost the same height spoke in perfect English, "Mister Nagel, Mister Pieter desires to speak with you alone. Please wait here. Your assistants may stay as well." Phil Nagel smiled, "It will be a pleasure. Thank you."
Kelly Summers observed the other limo drivers being escorted away and being lead to a nearby building as she knelt by the left rear tire to apply Amour-All. Out of the corner of her eye she saw the remaining guard approaching her and she could see the handgun in his hand. Speaking briefly into her lapel Kelly spoke, "I got one on my six, armed and approaching. I don't think he wants to pass the time with me."
Inspector Minstrel hearing that comment braced himself in the rear seat, "Monsieur Baldwin it appears, Monsieur Pieter smells the trap." Randy Baldwin replied, "Yep that he does. Gina we are going in. Irena hit it now. Kids remember, please stay out of the way."
Tiebout Pieter had entered the reception hall confidently and faced Phil Nagel, "What ever game you have been playing is over. Who are you really?" There were four other men not counting Tiebout, when through the open bay windows the sound of the Land Rover crashing through the gate and its diesel engine racing interrupted.
Phil Nagel taking the opportunity spun and slammed his fist into the closest, as both Mireille and Kirika taking on their own opponents successfully incapacitated both. The remainder tried to draw his weapon, but found Kirika had somehow flipped onto his shoulders.
Kirika Yumura squeezed her thighs together and went backwards over the low railing separating the main floor from the raised dais. Phil Nagel winced at the sound of bones breaking, but turning to Pieter who had raised the .380 Beretta Auto at him Phil Nagel stopped and then smiled, "Not nice to point a gun at a sworn law enforcement officer, jack ass." Tiebout pulled the trigger, but nothing happened. Kirika Yumura regaining her feet spoke, "You should have checked to see if your firing pin was still in the gun." Throwing the gun at Nagel, Pieter turned and ran followed by Kirika, but Phil Nagel called out "Kirika! Leave him be. They will be waiting outside. Lets take care of the others."
Retrieving various handguns the trio headed for the dining hall to take control of the crowd within. Kelly Summers heard the distant crash of metal against metal and the sound of a powerful supercharged diesel engine as she closed the trunk on the unconscious guard within. She looked ruefully at the smudges on the fender and the trunk then turned and ran toward the rear of the main house, as the Belgium Police Armored Assault Vehicle still dragging part of the gate roared onto the circular gravel drive stopping to disgorge a contingent of heavily armed police officers.
The Land Rover sliding to a brief stop on the grass, accelerated again after Inspector Minsart and Randy Baldwin rolled clear and surveyed the situation. Nina pointed over the shoulder of her sister, "That way Nina, after him!" Gina Baldwin listening to the confusing radio traffic heard Nina's comment and replied, "Your step-father said to stay out of it!"
Ignoring their mother, the twins with Corey focused their attention on the lone figure running across the grass as Corey spoke, "That is Tiebout! Cut him off Irena!" Randy hearing that turned to see the Land Rover do a 180 degree turn throwing grass and mud skyward. "Corey! Stay out of it. Kelly he is heading for what looks like a garage!"
Kelly Summers replied, "I'm busy at the moment!" as she blocked the fist coming at her and spinning twisted and broke the wrist of its owner as she slammed him into the ground.
Kirika Yumura coming through an open window took down a guard as he raised his gun at both Inspector Minsart and Randy Baldwin. Slamming the hapless man face first into the concrete decorative railing, Kirika flipped over the railing and after landing sprinted after the teenagers and Tiebout.
Inspector Minsart witnessing the spectacle turned to Randy and spoke, "I'll take care of things here. Go after Tiebout!" Randy breaking into a jog then after testing his ankle charged after Kirika with his Colt Combat Commander drawn. It would be Baldwin who had to fire the first shots.
The guard running from the building where the limo drivers had been taken took aim at Kirika as she ran across from him. Randy did not have time to call out a warning to Kirika, but instead sliding to a stop in the grass fired twice, the roar of the Colt's voice unmistakable to those familiar with it. Phil Nagel having waited long enough for backup fired his borrowed handgun towards the ceiling, get the nervous gathering back under control as he did so "That will be the last warning shots that either I or my associate will fire. The next ones will be aimed for your pathetic guts! Now sit the hell down and shut up!"
Irena raced past the running Tiebout and yanked on the parking brake locking the rear tires. Spinning the wheel, she slides the Land Rover to a stop facing the man and with her sister Nina exited the vehicle and went to the front blocking the path of Tiebout. Tiebout sliding to a stop as well smiled at the two young teenagers "Get out my way, before I hurt you!" Corey Baldwin joining his step-sisters replied, "I don't think so, Mister Pieter. You have to answer for what you did to my step-father."
Randy still running towards the Land Rover was intercepted by Kirika who had slowed to a casual walk, "Please Monsieur Baldwin. Let them settle it on their own terms." Gina Baldwin fish tailing the Audi across the gravel drive headed across the grass, but changed directions when she sighted another guard charging Kelly Summers. Twisting the wheel, Gina adjusted the angle of the car and opened the door just as she passed the running guard. Both Randy and Kirika turned at the sound of impact, the guard tossed like a rag doll slid face first across the lawn. Kelly waving her thanks as Gina passed turned back to the last guard and punched him again as a group of Belgium police officers came running from the main house.
Phil Nagel sprinting behind the group of police officers witnessed the confrontation between the twins and Tiebout. Tiebout swung haphazardly and missed Nina who had seemingly not moved.
Irena and Nina then turned sideways and spun. The twin leg strikes snapped Pieter's head back and nearly appeared to launch him skyward. Landing with a thud, Tiebout struggled to rise only to find a pair of feet standing next to him as he tried to breath. Looking up into a familiar face Tiebout blinked as Randy Baldwin stood next to him the Colt Combat Commander aimed point blank at his forehead, "Mister Tiebout Pieter? I am Randy Baldwin. Those are my step-children and you have a choice to make. You can stop resisting or you can receive further punishment from them and quite frankly they do have a bone to pick with you. Tiebout going back to the ground replied rather wheezy sounding "I give up."
Gina Baldwin bringing the Audi to a stop got out of the car and surveyed the scene as the Belgium police officers took custody of Tiebout Pieter, "Children! Come here now!" Corey shrugged his shoulders at his father as he walked past, "I know. We are in hot water." Kirika Yumura turned to walk away, but stopped then went to Gina Baldwin and whispered something to her. Randy curiously watching could not hear what had been said as Kirika had turned off the concealed microphone. Watching the reaction of Gina as she hugged the teenagers he turned about and walked back towards the main house following Kirika where they were joined by Mireille Bouquet and Phil Nagel.
Phil Nagel passed to Randy the guest list that he had liberated and as he read it he glanced up occasionally looking up at the gathering. Inspector Minstrel joining Baldwin was handed the list. Randy commented, "It reads like a who's who of European financiers. I can hazard a guess that this is not their first visit to this estate." Inspector Minstrel replied, "I suspect your suspicions are correct. The Belgium government will have to deal with them accordingly." Randy would have liked to be present when various diplomats were called on the carpet, but he had other pressing matters.
Exiting the main house Randy with Phil Nagel headed towards the limousine where Kelly Summers joined by several Belgium Police Officers stood. Kelly holding photograph had walked past the captured guards examining their hands but hand not found what she was looking for.
Greeting Randy Baldwin and Phil Nagel, Kelly Summers spoke, "Not a damn one here has a tattoo on the back of his hand." Kirika Yumura and Mireille Bouquet walking up joined the group. Mireille replied, "No one on the inside had one either and obviously Pieter has no tattoo." Randy looked at the photo and frowned, "Was that the fake waiter?"
Kelly Summers nodded, "Yes it was. We never got a clear view of his face, but we got several nice shots of his left hand with that tattoo of a snake. Maybe Pieter hired an outsider?" The Land Rover with the twins and Corey motored to a stop with the Audi next to it and the occupants exited their vehicles. Gina and the twins joining Randy looked at the photo as well.
Corey leaning against the limousine, waiting for his step-father he felt the thud. Calling out to Kelly Summers, Corey asked, "Ms. Summers? Is there someone in the trunk of the limo?" Kelly blushed, "Oh my God, I put one in the trunk!" as she reached in her pocket and pressed the remote, Corey turning around saw the hood rise rapidly and the man concealed within came lunging out. The light of the trunk light, flashed on the blade of the knife. Randy realized that Corey was too close, and began to run towards the limo.
Corey Baldwin seemed to detach himself, as he was watched the man lunging at him with the knife. Planting his feet squarely, Corey remembering the practice sessions, deftly stopped the hand moving and then bending the wrist in a downward motion he continued until he heard a satisfying crack that sounded as the wrist bones began breaking.
Stepping slightly back, he pulled the attacker towards him and then turned while pulling his attacker down as he delivered a direct blow to the man's face and chest area with his leg and boot, driving the attacker back and upward where the back of his head slammed into the open trunk hood.
Randy Baldwin stopping in his tracks watched as Corey delivered a final blow which sent the man backwards and out of the trunk where he landed on his head beside the limousine lifeless. Kelly Summers jogged past Randy and kneeled checking for vital signs shook her head no. Looking back at the hand that she was holding, the tattoo of a snake was fully visible. Corey Baldwin looking down at the hand spoke, "We got the killer too."
Turning and walking away, Corey felt the hand of his step-father on his shoulder and looked at Randy who spoke, "Son, you had no choice. It was self-defense." Irena and Nina joined their step-brother and together the teens walked off into the gathering darkness alone.
Gina Baldwin joined her husband, "Should we go with them?" Randy looking briefly at both Mireille and Kirika shook his head no, "Let them be Gina, just let them be." Then husband and wife walked away together.
Saturday, September 2nd 0800 hours, Sheraton Hotel, Brussels, Belgium
The large circular table accommodated those gathered. Randy Baldwin with his wife Gina, step-son Corey and the twins Irena and Nina with Kelly Summers and Mireille Bouquet and Kirika Yumura as well as Phil Nagel and Kay Milroy and Else Conroy.
The breakfast conversations studiously avoided any mention of the previous night's events. Randy spoke to Phil Nagel, "Are you going to be ready to head home this afternoon?" Phil Nagel eyeing the croissant he was munching on replied, "Sure am. By the way can I keep the suites?" That comment brought some laughter to the table as Randy replied, "I don't have a problem with that, besides they were tailored for you in the first place.
Addressing Kay Milroy, Randy spoke "Kay if you would add the twins and Cory to the passenger list with Gina." Corey interrupted, "But father?" Randy replied, "No buts. You and the twins have got to get back in time for school on Monday, and your mother has to get Olivia and Harmony back from Jill, who I hope has not been driven crazy by their multi-lingual talents. Besides you three need to get with Ashley anyway. From what Carl Greensand told me last night, Ashley has been wowing the audiences during her recitals, and Ashley herself said that she wanted to try some new things with you."
Randy paused, "However there is one thing that you three need to do for me before you leave this afternoon. Kelly, if you would do the honors again with the limo driving I would appreciate it." Then looking at Mireille and Kirika, Randy spoke "I would appreciate the company as would Gina." Mireille replied, "We will accompany you."
Phil Nagel polishing off his breakfast looked at Kay Milroy and Else Conroy, "I guess I will go pack."
Saturday, September 2nd 1000 hours, West Brussels, Brussels, Belgium
Inspector Devoss Minsart sitting across from the Baldwin's studied the couple. Neither had any responsibility towards the widow and her daughter, as the Inspector recalled the conversation he had with both the night before. The muted rumble of the Police Motorcycle escort drew his attention briefly as one of the BMW cycles sped past the limo leapfrogging to the next intersection.
Feeling the limousine slowing, the inspector turned to front as Kelly Summers steered the Mercedes-Benz onto the residential street and came to a stop in front of the widow's apartment.
Kirika Yumura exiting the front passenger seat, walked measured steps and opening the rear passenger door stepped away as the Baldwin's exited followed by Inspector Minsart and Mireille Bouquet.
Britt Van-Ness age 24 at time of death, had been supporting his wife and five year old daughter with the waiter job, not only at the hotel but was also had a second weekend job at another hotel north of Brussels. Maryse Van-Ness had been away for the weekend, visiting grandparents in Antwerp with the Van-Ness's daughter Sofia. It had fallen to Inspector Minsart to make the death notification.
Randy viewed the simply apartment entry, the flowers adding color to what had been a sad week for the Van-Ness family. Approaching the door, Randy knocked then waited as the inner door slowly opened. Corey Baldwin looked down after not seeing an adult. Peering around the door was little Sofia her curious green eyes taking in those standing at her door. Calling out in Dutch for her mother, the little girl spun away running down the hallway.
Randy with Gina waited patiently as an elderly man came into view, next to him a German Shepard focused on those at the door. Inspector Minsart commented, "The grandfather of Britt. Maryse has no living relatives." The grandfather unlatched the door and tried to usher them in but the German Shepard standing its ground seemed to be wary. Randy kneeled and at eye level with the Shepard, Randy offered his hand which the Shepard sniffed then it gave a friendly lick and moved away.
Before entering the apartment, Mireille turned back to the street. There was no pedestrian traffic and no movement among the many apartments lining the street, but she could see curtains moving about. Closing the door behind her, she continued after Kirika who now had a four legged companion. The Shepard focused intently upon Kirika, ignored Mireille completely.
Maryse Van-Ness sitting in the living room had been introduced to the Baldwin's and their entourage by Inspector Minsart, and then the inspector excused himself and exited the apartment.
Randy opening the briefcase that he had carried, removed several folders and placed them on the coffee table, then spoke "Mrs. Van-Ness, I truly regret the loss that you have suffered. Before you are legal documents pertaining to access of monetary funds. My foundation has established a trust fund for the care and upbringing for your daughter Sofia, as well as funds that you will be able to utilize to support yourself. The fund is self-perpetuating and will essence last the life time of your daughter should she not desire to close the fund."
The grandparents each picked up a folder and began reading the documentation. The grandfather Henri spoke haltingly, "Monsieur Baldwin, why do this? We understand you did not know Britt." Corey replied for his father, "My father had become victim to a conspiracy, in which your grandson became an innocent victim of. Britt died needlessly. My father desires that family of Mr. Van-Ness be cared for. It is his wish."
Maryse studied the contents and retuned the folder to the coffee table and spoke "Those that did this. Have they been found?" Mireille Bouquet replied and as she did so she placed her hand on the shoulder of Corey Baldwin, "Yes they have. The man directly responsible for your husband's death has been dealt with accordingly." Maryse Van-Ness did not miss the flash of embarrassment on Corey Baldwin's face.
The German Shepard resting its head on Kirika's knees perked his ears briefly as Randy replied, "Others will face punishment as well for various crimes that have been committed." Maryse replied, "I will accept your assistance Monsieur Baldwin on a condition." Gina Baldwin spoke, "Maryse? What is that condition?"
Maryse spoke, "I will be returning to Antwerp to be closer to my husband's grandparents as a result I am at a loss as what to do with Gregor." Raising an eyebrow Randy replied "Uh who is Gregor?" Maryse smiling, "It is the German Shepard resting its head on your associate's knees." Kirika Yumura who through out the visit had tried to ignore the Shepard's presence had been discreetly scratching behind its ears.
Maryse continued, "Gregor was very faithful to Britt, but where we plan on living there would be little room for him, and Britt's grandparents will be unable to fully care for him. Would you please consider it as a gift from my family to yours?" Randy replied, "I will accept Gregor and he will be cared for." Maryse rose and left the living room briefly and returned with a manila envelope then handing it to Randy Baldwin spoke, "The envelope contains Gregor's papers and inoculation records. He may appear fierce but he is gentle."
Saturday, September 2nd 1300 hours, Sheraton Hotel, Brussels, Belgium
The ride back to the Sheraton had been anything but normal. The German Shepard went willingly with the Baldwin's but the dog seemed to have attached itself to Kirika Yumura who viewed the closeness as unneeded. Kelly Summers looking at the animal perched in the front seat next to her hoped that Gregor did not take a liking to the leather seats.
Phil Nagel chatting with Kay Milroy and Else Conroy viewed the animal as the dog padded softly into central suite's living room and promptly helped itself the couch, "Ok, if that dog is flying with us, he is going to need his own seat." Randy Baldwin entering behind Gregor viewed Gregor as the dog made itself comfortable, "Not this flight anyway. I'll be taking him back to Paris this afternoon, after you guys leave. I will have to have a vet run some tests and to certify him for non-quarantine entry back to the States."
Phil replied, "How long do you suppose that will take?" as Corey and the twins entered the suite. Randy replied, "At least two weeks maybe longer." Mireille Bouquet's voice carrying down the hallway as she spoke to Kirika answered any further questions that Phil had, "No Kirika we can not have Gregor in the apartment. It will need room to run and it will need daily exercise." Kirika reply, "But Mireille…" Mireille walking into the suite talking over her shoulder, "No buts. Gregor likes Randy and the rest of his family and he has a farm."
Mireille realizing that she had an audience spoke, "Well it's true, there is no way we can care for it." Randy replied, "Kirika. If it pleases you, you can come by the guest house or the office for visits till we leave." Kay Milroy chuckled then rose to her feet, "Mr. Baldwin, the Gulfstream has been prepped for a direct flight to Atlanta, but I can change the flight plan to include Paris."
Randy replied, "No need. I have to get the Land Rover back anyway and Gregor will keep me company."
Saturday, September 2nd 1515 hours, Brussels International Airport, Brussels, Belgium
The Gulfstream roared skyward and Randy waved his farewell as it passed. His new companion unconcerned with the noise was sitting on the hood of the Land Rover. Parked next to the Land Rover was Kelly Summers in the Audi. She had run her hand over the dent in the door then walked to where Randy was standing, "My expenses will include body work on my door, even though Gina did use it to take down one of the guards." Randy glancing at her as he watched the Gulfstream change course replied, "It will be covered. Shall we hit the road?"
Saturday, September 2nd 1930 hours, Baldwin Foundation Offices, Paris, France
Setting the phone back into it's cradle after calling and speaking with Jill Nagel and then with Ashley who was back at the farmhouse with Carl Greensand, the knock on his office door interrupted his thoughts as Lucio Magnus entered with Alfred Stolzberg.
Kelly Summers with Noir riding in the Audi had soon left the slower Land Rover behind as she sped off towards the French border. The last sight he had of the Audi was Kirika looking back at the Land Rover viewing Gregor who was sitting contently in the passenger seat. The border inspection went faster than expected, as the customs officers of both countries seeing the massive German Shepard had no desire to test its territory. Randy had wondered briefly if he might have found Kirika waiting for him to show up, but hopefully she and Mireille had settled their differences about Gregor.
Lucio paused briefly to pat Gregor's head then took a seat as did Alfred. Lucio spoke, "Tiebout Pieter will be facing numerous legal charges and a rather lengthy inquiry into his financial activities. Those who were present at the estate during the raid have all been identified. Alfred will explain, but there have been some early discussions with various governments on how to deal with so many willing to put forth monies that would be used to topple governments, in the name of forced profits."
Alfred Stolzberg continued, "Belgium authorities are utilizing diplomatic channels but are keeping it low key. With the exception of Mr. Nagel's participation there was no other US involvement, but my contacts at the US State Department are keeping abreast of the developments. There was some reaction to the previous list of countries that had received and participated in the previous private loan programs. There could be some discussions in the planning stages that will force those early participants to how shall we say fess up to certain acts of corruption." Randy replied, "Ok Alfred. Keep up on the news. It could become interesting in the next couple of weeks."
Alfred replied that he would and excusing himself left the office and bid farewell for the remainder of the weekend. Ensuring the door had been pulled closed and latched; Randy spoke to Lucio, "Ok, Lucio what else is on your mind?"
Lucio Magnus replied, "I heard about Corey. How is he handling the situation?" Randy turning to the window to view the lights of Paris as they slowly came on replied, "As well as anyone who has had to take a life. Corey reacted with just force in the situation. If he had not, it might have turned out completely different. I think after he saw Britt's daughter, it brought his mind to ease. The twins themselves were startled as well, but I think all three will carry on just fine."
Lucio nodded in acknowledgement. Randy turning back to face him spoke, "By the way Lucio, thanks for sending that guardian angel." Lucio raised an eyebrow in mock surprise replied, "Guardian Angel Sir?" as Lucio rose to his feet and exited the office leaving Randy Baldwin to ponder that comment.
Sunday, September 3rd 0830 hours, Foundation Guest Residence, Paris, France
He was sore and stiff, the pain from some of his joints clearly told him that he needed to rest, but Gregor having waited long enough had promptly added an additional 50 pounds of muscular animal to the bed stirring Randy Baldwin from his sleep. Patting Gregor on the head, Randy rose from the bed and headed for the back door which he opened. Gregor happy to be out doors sprinted out into the fenced yard and garden to answer natures call; while Randy returned to the bedroom and headed for the shower.
Exiting the shower, Randy began to dress, but the odor of bacon wafted into the bedroom told him he was no longer alone. Musing over that as he descended the stairs, he wondered if Gregor had learned to cook. Instead, Kirika Yumura and Mireille Bouquet were sitting in the kitchen waiting.
Mireille and Kirika greeted Randy as he sat at the table. Mireille spoke, "Kirika insisted." Randy sighed, "I should have known. Gregor is in the backyard Kirika." Kirika replied, "No he is not. He is under the table at my feet." Randy peered briefly under the table and saw Gregor resting his head on Kirika's knees once again.
Seeing where it was going, Randy spoke "Ok you can take him for a walk and play with him Kirika; but please use the harness. Mrs. Van-Ness said that Gregor is accustomed to it, but only her husband ever walked him and she could not keep up with Gregor when she tried to walk him." Gregor sensing Kirika's plan followed her out into the hallway where he patiently waited for the harness to be applied and then he and Kirika went out the front door.
Mireille spoke, "It has been this way for a rather long time. She is attracted to them and them to her, but with our assignments there comes the problem ensuring an animal is cared for while we are away. Then there would be the matter if something happened."
Randy replied, "That would pose a problem. I do recall Toby's fondness for Kirika. That stallion would not let most ride him. Only the twins and Corey have had any success besides Kirika and Ashley no desires to ride in the first place." Mireille replied, "Kirika wanted to be left at the border for you to pick her up but Kelly persuaded her otherwise."
Randy having gone to the stove to cook his eggs replied, "I half expected her to be standing there."
Kirika Yumura took Gregor to a nearby park. More specifically a dog park, the City of Paris being friendly towards four legged animals and their owners who doted on them, the dog park allowed owners to exercise their companions and to let them play.
Along the way, Kirika had found a shop that carried toys for dogs and had purchased a Frisbee. Tossing it in the air now, Kirika watched as the Shepard happily sprinted after it and caught it before it touched the ground.
The subject of animals was one of the few issues that Kirika and Mireille could never agree on. Mireille had put her foot down regarding strays as well.
Kirika having no opportunity to own a dog had to be contented with just either watching dogs as they frolicked about the park and making temporary friends with various dog owners to be able to pet their dogs
The energetic Gregor returning the Frisbee again to her hand, waited with tail wagging as she tossed it again. Gregor his muscular body and shiny coat raced off one again.
Randy Baldwin eased the Land Rover to a stop along the curb and exited the vehicle. The entrance to the dog park nearby, he strolled into the park itself and wondered about. The assortment of dog breeds that he observed was considerable. Poodles both large and small to Afghans and even a couple of Great Danes to a pair of Jack Russell's, all playing and running about as their owners tossed toys or they just sat and watched.
He found Kirika with Gregor and watched as she tossed the Frisbee. The grace of an animal can be art in motion, and the display that Gregor was putting on was just that. Leaping skyward, Gregor trapped the Frisbee and returned to earth and gallivanted back to Kirika.
Joining Kirika as Gregor returned the Frisbee, Randy spoke "Having fun are we?" Kirika without turning around replied, "Yes we are. Is it time already?" Randy glanced at his watch, "Well sort of. It is nearly 11 AM. Want to do lunch?"
