The Pool of Flame duel at sea and Algeria
O'Rourke, aided by Viscount Trebes and confronted by Bertie Glynn, is drawn into a secret mission linked to the Pool of Flame. A ruby jewel and sealed envelope mark shifting loyalties as they duel at Monte Carlo and aboard a ship, then head toward Algeria and a dangerous bargain.
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Vatory
Monte Tario
Terence O'Rourke
O'Rourke
Bertie Glynn
Viscount S Trebes
O’rourke
Etter
Beatrix
Rangoon
Chambret
Algeria
Glynn
Llama
Des Treben
Monsieur
Colonel O’rourke
Vicomte
Platela
Monte, Carlo
Lght
O'Rourke Seeks Passage and Smuggled Pool of Flame
In dawn light the Irish adventurer O'Rourke plots passage aboard Captain Hole’s Pelican to Alexandria while secretly concealing the Pool of Flame. He recalls a vow to reach Rangoon and frets over Danny Mahone's aid, fearing exposure of his illicit cargo.
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Greece
Piraeus
Rangoon
Suez
Alexandria
Danny
Danny Mahone
O'Rourke
Pope
Algiers
Colonel O'Rourke
Athena
Athens
Drésa
Hole
Plyn
the Pelican
Fryghter
Malta
Pelican
Egypt
Mr. O'Rourke
Retsinato
Mastidha
Tia Danny
Irindman
O'Rourke Aboard Pelican Ends Harborside Pace
In a golden afternoon aboard the Pelican, Irish engineer O'Rourke travels toward Piraeus and Egypt, disguising himself in rough ship garb while awaiting customs to grant clearance for further steps. The crew notes his odd attire as he lingers by the forward rail awaiting Hole’s readiness.
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Pelican
Piraeus
Bill Hole
O'Rourke
Tila
O’rourke
Athens
Egypt
Patience and Impatience Mark a Timeless Debate
A wandering reflection notes patience triumphs, yet a hint of impatience can dim insight. The piece contrasts steady patience with moments when restraint slips, affecting judgment and outcome. It blends aphoristic musings with a calm, reflective voice.
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