Talecatching

Chris returns to the Alien Household hoping to confirm his friendship and position there, and finds himself talking to a daughter of his boss, who engages him in deep and pleasant conversation, in which he reveals much of his true self.

Just a few ideas about a New National Labour Party, which has just won a landslide in an election, based on its 'common sense' and 'no nonsense' policies. It is just a possible future scenario, but an interesting one I think, in this overcomplex and malfunctioning world.

Chris has been invited by Braidt, the alien wife of his alien boss, to assist in her relaxation. He is drawn by his own needs and curiosity, but also repulsed or beset by guilt. He fears the reaction of his boss. By assisting the alien he explores more of his human nature.

Janus browsed on the vidnet. He was looking for material for another book he was slowly working on. He was in the job adverts section, under Creative Media and Sales. He wondered what was meant by 'creative media' in this world of work. ...