Non Sequitur by Wiley Miller for March 13, 2005

Transcript:

Ordinary Basil Sailing high into the atmosphere. Professor McGookin reveals a sight beyond Basil's imagination....a city in the clouds! The professor guides his airship to dock with the smooth dexterity of a seasoned fisherman returning to his home port. As they approach the glass portal, Basil feels his knees buckle as he trembles with anticipation. With a knowing grin, the professor simply says..."Welcome to Helios!" Finally catching his breath, Basil is only able to sputter a few words. "But-but-but how....? This isn't possible....Whenever there is life, dear boy," the professor assured, "there are endless possibilities." Then in grandfatherly manner, the professor patiently anticipated Basil's next question. "How many people back home know about this place, sir?" "The sum total, to date, of the number of ground-dwellers who know about Helios is...one. And guess who that one is?" Suddenly, Basil didn't feel so ordinary.