condition

tinton - 2 1/2 seconds

specton - 2 1/2 minutes

Toton - 2 1/2 hour

minton - 2 1/2 daylight

daycon - 2 1/2 workweek

Malant - 2 1/2 month

quant - 2 1/2 years

galant - 2 1/2 100

Metson - 2 1/2 inches

maclon - 2 1/2 ft

heckson - 2 1/2 Swedish mile

tetson - 2 1/2 acres

unit - 2 1/2 ccs

Tac - 2 1/2 pounds

Mayan Terms

p'uchik - spank

nohchil - master

Ahau - King

k'aat - call

k'iimil - Death

taak'in - gold

role

greenback Axor ( AKA Ambrose ) - Lion clan, Cit-Chac-Coh

King Tomco Traxor - Bill 's dead male parent, Leo kin

King Tobias Traxor - Bill 's dead sidekick, Lion clan

Queen Trianna Axor - bill 's numb mother, Lion kindred of Mandria

Queen Niaco Traxor - tiger kindred, Tobias married person, now handbill 's

Twitty Glax - Second Earl Grey tabby cat kindred, Federal Reserve note 's physical structure safeguard and Paraguay tea

Glenna Nox - Bengal clan, vizor 's body safety and mate

Mikos Glac - Chartreux clan

Skylos - Commander of superstar prowl car - Wire fuzz clan

Henna Glac - Chartreux tribe, Mikos mate, Xendran MD

Theta Panadon - cheetah kin

Cornelius Glax - one of Bill 's Uncles, Grey Tabby kin

Conrad Nox - notice 's other Uncle Bengal clan

Assassin group - panther kin

endorsement assassin group - Ocicat tribe

Typree Maxor - Sub tycoon of Mandria, Panthera leo kin group

Adina Maxor - Paladin Princess of Xendra, Sub-princess of Mandria, Lion kin group

Timora - The swell mother of the felid people, mate of maiden tribal leader

Hippacamp - Timora 's father, father of modern font Xendran doctor

Kindra - First Queen of the Realm

knight

superior general Roth - Panthera pardus clan

Gregor - catamount kin group

Gwayne - Panther clan

Lowell Thomas - Lynx clan

Paladins - female person Knights

Wrena - Leopard clan, Roth 's mate

Cetana - panther clan, Gregor 's mate

Dawney - Panther tribe, Gwayne 's checkmate

Mileen - Lynx kin group, doubting Thomas 's mate

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St. Ambrose and his company moved swiftly back into the edge of Tikal. As they approached the queen and his men the king breathed a sigh of relief.

'' We are glad to see you back amongst us Maker. Many of the men were afraid that you might induce abandoned us and our city. I assured them that you had a plan to keep open near of the city. It did n't help that you were gone as long as you were Lord. '' The king told them.

Ambrose nodded then stood before them, `` as I said before I am here for a few to a greater extent of your sidereal day. I intend to economise as many of the city as I can. If I could I would be here to battle your enemies with you. I am afraid this I can not do, the others have programme for this metropolis. battle and die well Warriors of the great city of Tikal. ``

A neat cheerfulness went up from all those there as they started to chant Cit-Chac-Coh as Ambrose and his party moved off toward the city it 's self.

'' Skylos ?"Saint Ambrose said when they were out of ear shot of the king and the warriors. `` Are we secretive yet ? ``

'' Almost there sire, should n't be more than another specton or two. I have repaired all I can the ship 's auto is finishing the ease. '' Skylos replied.

'' We need to get going as soon as possible. I might have gained us another half minton though I 'm not sure. I 'll be glad to be moving them again. '' St. Ambrose told Skylos.

'' Yes sire I understand, '' Skylos said then there was a hissing coming from encourage back from the com. `` I have to go it appears that the others are anxious to get going also. ``

Suddenly in the setting Ambrose heard Twitty yelling, `` Skylos ! We have work to do ! I do not intend to outride here the rest period of my life. Who are you talking to ? ``

'' As I said sire I have to go. '' Skylos replied.

'' sire ? '' Ambrose heard Twitty cry. `` Mate, '' Twitty said as she snatched the com from Skylos. `` Unless you intend to stick around here when this situation is over run, please do n't disturb our work again ! '' With that the com went dead as Ambrose started to laugh.

turn back he spoke to Roth and the rest of his horse. `` It appears that we are almost fix to go again. If we can bar other break downs we should barely give birth sufficiency time to make out this. ``

All of them nodded as they ran to their positions, turning back toward the urban center Saint Ambrose hoped they could get all of them. It was a quarter toton later that Skylos informed Ambrose that they were ready to go.

A moment later Adina walked up to Ambrose, `` Cousin I know that you feel that the people would be calmer if you went. I am feeling that there is a groovy unrest with those that are staying and waiting. Perhaps you should mouth to them. I am sure those that are going can get off Hippacamp back. ``

Ambrose 's optic went wide-cut then he was nodding in agreement with her. `` I see your stop Adina, I am also glad that your voice has finally returned. ``

Adina was eyeing Ambrose with her eyes narrowed not sure if she could trust him or not. `` I am beaming also cousin-german, though I am not sure if I can truly believe you. I know you are not like my brother though you are a male. Please forgive me you are different yet it is gruelling to conceive that you are that different. ``

Ambrose 's face held a spirit of shock absorber then he bowed to Adina who gasped in surprise. `` I apologize for you having doubtfulness cousin. I 'll try to not do that again. ``

Adina was staring at Ambrose even harder it truly appeared as if he was telling the staring verity. Then a radiant smile lit upon her face. `` Thank you cousin, if you can achieve that then I will do everything for you I can, always. ``

Ambrose could only nod at her after her declaration. `` Thank you cousin, as I said I will do all I can to not hold you doubts again. ``

Adina was nodding with a large grin on her face as she led St. Ambrose to a large clear sphere of the city. Looking around as they broke into the open Ambrose could only stare at Adina.

'' What is this ? '' St. Ambrose said indicating the vast concourse of people that were waiting there.

'' I thought you might agree with me on this so I had the hoi polloi converge here. '' Adina told Ambrose.

Still hardly believing his centre Ambrose thought for a few moments. `` unspoilt people of Tikal. I know you feel better when I travel with you. I also know that many who are here still have fears. I will soon send Hippacamp to aid quench your care. '' A mighty roar went up as Ambrose nodded to all there.

Turning Saint Ambrose saw that Adina had another huge smile glued to her face. `` By the not bad feline ! You are such a powerful verbaliser. I am so glad that you will take the realm. ``

Sighing Ambrose nodded then said, `` I hope that I will, we first have to return. As you remember the finish meter this almost drained me. ``

'' I remember, though as you pointed out each clip you use it, the next time you are solid. Besides, '' here she paused, `` you wo n't be doing more than than one thing like last prison term. '' Then almost in a whisper she said. `` I pray to the great feline you are n't required nor have to. ``

Ambrose 's middle went broad then he nodded agreement. `` I am hoping also cousin ; I personally do n't want to croak before I can do any good. ``

Adina 's human face was shocked then it held anger as she spit, `` Do n't joke about that cousin ! You are far stronger than don was, you 'll fix it ; that I am sure of. '' Then she sided up to Saint Ambrose purring, rubbing her fount on his hand. `` We all have to survive, you more than the rest of us. ``

Ambrose watched her for a present moment then pulled his had back pulling her face up. `` We are all just as important, remember that. I do n't need to call up that I 'll have to punish you when this is done. ``

A look of shock registered on Adina 's human face, `` Punishment ? What are you talking about cousin ? ``

'' I learned of it while I was on globe though somewhat primitive, this seemed quite efficacious. '' Ambrose told her.

'' Primitive ? You mean barbarian what was this penalty called ? '' Adina smirked as she replied.

'' It was called a spanking though primitive I did n't find it uncivilised at all. Quite the more, at fourth dimension even sexual, '' Ambrose replied a immense smile on his face.

Adina still unsure pressed on, `` So this punishment was a normal thing for all on earth ? ``

Here Ambrose smiled wider, `` No it seemed to be reserved more for misbehaving tiddler. '' St. Ambrose 's eyes then looked more intensely at Adina.

'' first cousin ! I am no child I ... '' Adina started.

Another voice came from behind both of them startling Adina, `` Hmmmm cousin a p'uchik might do well in this case. '' The articulation of Typree said.

Adina 's mouthpiece dropped candid as her center narrowed looking at her comrade then flitting quickly to St. Ambrose. `` You would n't dare ! I am over eighteen summers you therefore have no ripe even as B. B. King of our reality ! ``

'' In that respectfulness you are right though as top executive of the region, our cousin has more than the right wing. Besides, '' here Typree 's facial expression held a rascally grin."You really do deserve it ! ``

Adina 's teeth bared as she growled at world-class her crony then Saint Ambrose. `` I do not deserve such ... ''

Saint Ambrose had heard enough as he swiftly had Adina over his lap, pounding his planate paw on her hind living quarters. Typree had started to chuckle 'til Saint Ambrose sent him a looking at that almost made his blood freeze.

Finally finished Ambrose stood Adina growling at her. `` You are a princess of the realm. It 's about prison term you started acting like it ! You ca n't go along carrying on like the picayune baby that you once were. ``

Adina more embarrassed than damage lowered her principal rent falling from her eyes softly growled, `` I will remember first cousin, my Billie Jean King. '' Rubbing her hind end she swiftly made her way away from the others.

Standing St. Ambrose turned toward Typree growling he said, `` Had I not stopped you she might have committed a crime that I 'd have to severely penalise her for. You also are no longer a fry first cousin ; you also need to submit a mate. Alone the occupation can not continue, and I for one do not want another contest to rank another on the throne. I might have to defeat them all. ``

Typree gulped as all that his first cousin had said was true. `` What of Adina ? It has been a entire time job with her AND the kingdom. ``

St. Ambrose 's face broke out in a tumid smile as he stated. `` I think she wo n't be a job much longer. select what I said to pump, find oneself a mate when we return or would you prefer I find you one ? ``

'' NO ! '' Typree quickly shouted shaking remembering years ago when Ambrose had found him a female. Still shaking he replied, `` I 'll begin as soon as I return. '' Typree said with a sigh.

Ambrose clapped his hand on his cousin 's backbone, `` It will make affair far light though at times far more complicated. I am sure I 'll be finding that out as soon as all of this is over. Having a mate is much like an irritating sister only there are more benefits. ``

Typree was nodding then looked at his full cousin with a unusual feeling. `` Cousin you have mates yet you have n't mated yet ? By the heavy feline no admiration you are rag ! ``

'' As I said cousin there is far too much to do at the bit to contemplate such affair. Plus there is a double-crosser out there that needs to die as soon as possible ! '' St. Ambrose said as he growled swiping at a endocarp rampart taking a large chunk out of it as his cat form slipped to the surface.

Typree was agreeing his eye wide when he saw his cousin lose mastery a moment. `` We 'll get him cousin, we 'll get him. ``

Both headed toward their ships as Ambrose could see they were almost ready to go.

It was a grueling two days later as Ambrose awoke to the ship landing. At the last count they had finally gotten fifty two hundred the get-go day with all the repairs that had delayed them. These last two had Ambrose feeling better. As of this slip they had moved twenty eight thousand, five hundred forty. Ambrose could palpate almost half of what had felt wrongfulness finally slipping where it should be.

With a suspiration Ambrose watched another load of people move onto the ship. They had almost half of those were left in the urban center. So many had died before they 'd arrived, looking at his arm he just hoped that they had enough blood to help all of them. The last few thousand were going to have a few twenty-four hour period to await before they had any more.

Shaking his head he hated not using his rip nor his cousins. As he remembered his household was the only 1 he knew of that had these gifts as Adina had said, or curses as Typree had said. Thinking of Adina he 'd not seen much of her since her 'lesson'had occurred. Nothing Thomas More than an appearance each metre ; she appeared to be exhausted as she rendered aid to those still there.

All of his knights had told him that the surrounding USA had withdrawn a bit after his visit to them. ‘ Good,'St. Ambrose thought, ‘ no need to pour down those that kept their word.'Then his thought turned to his two uncles as his rakehell pounded. To consider that they were as green-eyed as they were.

This metre it was Skylos that was backing away as he saw Ambrose form eluding into his cat forge his long claws scarring the street fighter inner paries of the ship. Shaking his head he knew the king was potent though not this strong.

By the end of the thirdly day Ambrose could see that the survival of everyone was starting to hold out thin. They had just finished with their cobbler's last load for that day. Ambrose nodded he could see the weariness on all of their faces. This was going far beyond tariff. They all knew what was at wager plus their sentience of pride was also pushing them on.

Grabbing his com St. Ambrose contacted his cousin, `` cousin ? We have to end up this soon. ``

'' We will cousin ; I just hope we have enough of them to create a difference. '' Typree answered. `` By the way have you see Adina ? > I have n't heard from her in a few solar day most odd. I ... ''

< I am still here brother ; I am trying to stay fresh all those still here calm. They are disturbed that they will die with no opportunity to go. I have been assuring them that they will not be left, that Cit-Chac-Coh would not allow that to happen. > Came Adina 's stock thoughts.

Saint Ambrose smiled as more people started to be active onboard. < I am proud of you cousin your actions make me proud as I am sure they would your mother and father. You are worthy of the deed of princess, perhaps more. > ''

A glad gasp from Adina made Ambrose smile more. < What are you ... > Adina started.

< I said perhaps after all this is over. > Ambrose told her expecting her to wonder More. Un-expectantly she told him thank you then was quiet. ‘ My, my,'St. Ambrose thought, ‘ perhaps I should cause spanked her sooner.'

'' Cousin, '' Ambrose spoke into the com again. `` We need to possess more residue between shifts with everyone. None of us will be any expert if we crash because we are one-half asleep. I want all crews to divide in half, at least eight 60 minutes of rest and sleep. ``

'' practiced maybe they will be calmer now. Every one of them are as cranky as if they had their felid Napoleon disturbed. I 'll assure them at once, they 'll obey knowing that you have ordered it. '' Typree advised Ambrose.

'' Good, I estimate we 've moved 39,760 with all that died at the start I feel we 've got well-nigh of them. '' Ambrose relayed.

Typree sucked in his breath. `` There were that many who died ? ``

'' I 'm afraid so, from all I read of this clip of a city of 100,000 almost one-half died from a mysterious element. Then a few weeks later Tikal was attacked all its warriors defeated falling in the fight. The victors moved into an empty city, it almost made them flee the unhurt city having a ghostly feel to it. '' St. Ambrose told of the chronicle he 'd learned.

'' I may not take said it Sire but I am proud to be capable to help oneself play about the starting time of our people. '' Typree told his cousin.

'' It 's not over yet cousin, we still have a day and at least another 11,000 masses to go. We have returned a great many affair to how I feel they should be. wellspring over seventy five percent now though there are a few important people I feel that are still missing. One of them is in our family I am afraid. ``

Ambrose heard the gasp at the other end, `` You still do n't know who cousin ? ``

'' No, I have been over the family history many clip, but I ca n't see an answer. '' Ambrose told his cousin.

The last day they worked as backbreaking and fast as they could. Finally the last of those that were to go were on plug-in. Everything felt like it should, or rather should have. Skylos was about to close down the hatching when Saint Ambrose stepped outside.

'' father ? Should I hold ? '' Skylos asked.

'' Something does n't find right. I need to go in the city, have the early two launch I want you in the air, but low arena. I 'll call you in a few spectons. '' Saint Ambrose replied.

'' Alright sire, though how I am going to keep your fellow and knight calm is beyond me. '' Skylos advised Ambrose.

Ambrose nodded as the crosshatch closed and the ship took to the sky. Running as fast as he could Ambrose began to search every building then groaned. It would take all day even with his speed. Changing to his fully feline figure Saint Ambrose reached out hoping that he was correct about his ability. At first he growled when he felt nothing then took off at full hurrying to the other position of the city.

On the far side of the city he found a small support structure. What he was feeling was inside. Bursting through the entrance way he stopped short when he saw the small little fille curled up asleep.

Walking to her Ambrose gently shook the female child whose eyes snapped receptive. `` OOOOO a big kitty ! '' The piffling missy exclaimed throwing her arms around Ambrose 's neck.

'' Why are you here ? You should be with the others going to the new place. '' Ambrose told her.

'' I was tired so I came dwelling house to take a nap. I 'm no-account mister kitty, can I still go ? I wo n't be bad. '' The little young woman told St. Ambrose her tumid middle filling with tears.

'' Oh my lamb you have to go. '' Ambrose told her as he scooped her up running out of the building toward the other slope of the metropolis. Already he could get word the conclude speech sound of battle. Increasing his velocity he called Skylos.

'' first mate ! Do n't you ever do this again ! '' He heard the aggravated phonation of Twitty and Glenna.

Skylos set down as Ambrose approached on a run. A welcoming committee was there lifting him and the little girl on board.

Twitty and Glenna had their arms crossed staring at St. Ambrose as he got aboard. With the hatch closed they made for space.

'' What was so important that you had to go back ? '' They both growled at him.

'' I take it neither of you recognize the little young woman I brought back with me ? '' Saint Ambrose asked.

Both female person softened as they looked at the child then they both shook their capitulum no.

'' She, '' Ambrose said taking a big breath, `` is the female one-half of the number 1 of my kinsperson. Timora 's son and here are the very offset of my category. So you see I could n't just leave her. ``

All of his horse, hero plus both his partner gasped. `` Sire you mean to state me that little girl is the starting time pansy Kindra ? '' Roth said almost spell bound.

Ambrose could only smile at the looks of jolt on all their faces