Epilogue

Abstract from the log of Nicodaeus, inspector, serial number 786. Ref: Locus Alpha Nine-three, Plane V-87, Fox 22 a-b (Artesia) Subj: Recruitment follow-up on L. O'Leary.

" . . . since the double wedding performed the following day, having abdicated his claim to the throne in favor of the Princess Adoranne, subject appears mightily content, living with his bride, the Lady Daphne, in a comfortable apartment in the west palace annex. Communication equipment is still in place in a locked cabinet in the former laboratory of the present reporter. The line will continue to be monitored twenty-four hours daily. Qualified volunteers are in scarce supply, and a number of interesting assignments are waiting. On several occasions, subject has lifted the receiver and listened to the dial tone, but to date, he has not dialed."