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Savannah
Story written on August 6, 2011 by kins40.
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Bette opened the case and reached for the tranquilliser gun tightly secured in its black foam cradle.
She opened a second case in her veterinary arsenal and pulled out a couple of dart syringes. She decided on a wider diameter injection needle more suitable to thick-skinned animals.
She loaded both darts with 18 mgs of Etorphine, a potent drug designed to immobilise the animal. Bette worked precisely and carefully. One drop of this drug was enough to kill a human and she knew that each time she handled her dart gun, she potentially risked her own life.
The dart will be propelled from the gun by compressed gas, a quiet and efficient way of avoiding scaring the animal.
A colourful tailpiece, a tuft of fibrous material will help stabilise the dart and make it behave a bit like a badminton shuttlecock. The bright colour of the tailpiece will also make it easy to find, should it miss its target.
Bette, however, dismissed this eventuality altogether. She never missed. She loaded the gun with one dart.
Looking over and seeing that her team was at the ready, she walked round the front of the car and made her approach.
The elephant saw her immediately and turned towards her. Bette walked slowly, keeping her eyes on the animal at all times.
Holding out her handheld radio, she instructed the trackers to create a disturbance to turn the animal away from her.
It worked and Bette was able to move closer quickly and efficiently.
The elephant did its level best to intimidate the trackers, by opening his ears and shaking its head. Bette could hear him huffing loudly above her as she crept closer, hunched over to avoid detection.
She could hear him moving in the thicket and then she saw him, she was close enough for her task now.
She was in awe of the massive beast. Tusks like spears, a trunk like a tree. Its ears were flapping widely like banners in an ancient war charge. Despite his injury, its small amber eyes were burning with undaunted resolution, the bull would have charged no doubt but the human spear hindered his mighty display of intimidation.
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Interesting premise, can’t wait to see where it goes
Well well well was asking myself when Tina Kennard will make her entrance in the story and how she will be meeting Bette.Now, I cannot wait for your next post kins40. thank you for posting.
Kins you are absolutely brilliant! I love this no one likes to get audited and Bette sure as hell won’t like it either lol
Very interesting story. And now our lovely T. Kennard makes her appearance. Been wondering when and how she would appear and waiting for this to happen and happy it will happen early on in the story. Can hardly wait for them to meet and size each other up. Great update. Thanks.
Been contemplating veganism; maybe that description will give me a jump start. ;-) Great first couple of chapters. Love the change of scenery.
Loving this story. I wondered how Tina was boing to enter the story. PPS
You are an excellent writer. Have you sent some of your work to Boldstrokes Books. I’m sure Radclyffe would appreciate your talent as well. I would pay to read one of your books. I’ve been silently lurking and finally had to say how very much I enjoy everything you write.
Again, you just amaze me with your descriptive and vivid images. Your poetry just flows off the screen of my laptop and fills me with exhilaration. So excited to read more!
I like the feel of this story, Thank for the time and effort you put forth to create for us. PPS
Wait, is Bette been with Tina or not? Was it another woman that broke Bette’s heart or not? PPS!
I knew that Natural Geographic will be perfect with Bette in it ;D I enjoyed reading this chapter a lot, it is just like a movie ur description was very visual, thank u :DYaay, Tina is here finally ;D
I love this story so far. Thanks so much for posting it. The way you describe the savannah I feel like I’m really there…beautiful.
Amazingly written! Can’t wait for more, glad Tina’s on her way;) But wonder how do u know all the details, wildlife etc? Really amazing and joy to read. Tnx for posting!
Very descriptive, your words bring the reader right into the moment. So, Tina’s an auditor, huh? Auditors seem to be the most feared/disliked (misunderstood!) people in my company, I can only imagine Tina’s greeting is going to be met with some initial wariness. Their eventual meeting will be very interesting. Thanks for the post! :)
Amazing detailed descriptions, feel as though I’m right there beside Bette. Happy to see Tina entering story
Hi Kins! :-) great chapter as always!! :-) thanks for the warning in the beginning!! :-D as descriptive as it went… no worries! scrambled egg is not my fave :-p lol when read about the injured elephant, I kinda worry that maybe Tina was the culprit! But then I don’t know should I linger on the relief or not as she’s the auditor – as many mentioned, not a profession with open arms welcome in the company and usually it will affect the interpersona relation too… So I do looking forward to where are you going to take us Kins!! :-) btw … With those details.. You left me wondering.. Are you a vet yourself? ;-)
For what it’s worth, I registered here just because I loved your stories that much. And though it took me long enough, I am finally commenting. You’re a great writer and a big inspiration, although I’m so much worse than you are :).
This was posted on my birthday. Ok more in for the ride. Tina has arrived.
Excellent chapter. So descriptive I felt like I was watching a movie. I was wondering when Tina would make her appearance and how. Now the excitement begins. PPS!!
Yes! Enter Tina :) What excellent writing…. I could just picture everything. Thank you wonderful story.
You’re a really good story teller K40. .The scene with the “Elephant”.. is so life like..And how Bette describe to Shane “How could I not be happy when I get to see this everyday?” .. ..like i’m riding with them?… Amazing… So,Tina is a reporter here?..
Soooo good!Thank you.
Very interesting. Can´t wait to see where you´re going with this.
Hi kins40, Thank you for another wonderful chapter as Bette’s life and purpose in Kenya was exposed. The delicate balance of conservation and interference was expertly drawn out. Along with the potential dangers of working with and caring for wild animals in their own territories. It was great to see Bette and Shane working together, showing the great bond of friendship they share. And then , almost like an epilogue, TIna was introduced as an auditor. I am sure she will have much time to review Bette’s facts and figures. I can’t wait to read more and follow how this intrigue adventure continues. The African sun heats the day just as the heat between Bette and Tina might warm the night. Please carry on soon. Many thanks from Your Loyal Fan.
What a beautifully written, original story. I felt I was in the story with them..you are an amazing writer! Eewww on the scrambled eggs!!
Captivating! Your writing is so evocative. I can almost feel, hear, smell as well as imagine the people and surroundings. Reminded me of The Poisonwood Bible (another favorite read). I thought your description of the injury and treatment of the elephant was done well without getting too gory ;)… but then again I have my loving partner, who is herds manager for our local university’s vet school in the large animal department, to thank for that (LOL). Looking forward to your next post Kins :)
Thats good and yeahhh Bette and Tina meet
I just love it when Shane comes on the scene. She is the definition of cool isn’t she? Love her… Always a good friend.