Hamburg. Rotterdam. Antwerp. Paris. London.
The vacation Lars had planned for the boys went out the window. So much for kicking back and relaxing. Their time on the family far would be limited as the boys get caught up in the whirlwind of a partical European tour with one of Crush Music's biggest artists.
Just as environmental stressors create pressures on populations causing a genetic shift in the population resulting in evolution. Same as when he and pressure can change coal into a diamond. The chaos and pressures of this experience will change each of their lives be it leading them to make decisions, letting their guard down to try new and unexpected things, or bringing unresolved things to the surface.
Whatever the outcome, this experience will bring the family closer together and will live in their memories forever.
The terrace of the Belle Étoile Suite before the caterers arrived to set up for the family's big dinner.
NOTE: The follow the site rules and to ensure the chapters post in the correct order, I'll submit Chapter 53 then submit Chapter 54 immediately upon the notification that Chapter 53 has been posted.
Thank you everyone who posted or sent emails about how to post this long chapter(s).
Both chapters were excellent. Having visited Europe myself many years ago, I can say it was beautiful.
Phenomenal chapters with amazing local detail and rich with emotional content. The scene with Queen Elizabeth II was especially poignant and timely. You surpassed yourself with these chapters!
A life committed to public service!!!
My heart-felt condolences to my British readers. I held great admiration for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The news of her death hit me hard knowing it came as her appearance in Chapter 54 was shared. It was meant as a tribute to her and I hope it was taken as such. May Charles, William, and George live up to her legacy.
RIP Queen Elizabeth II.