Authentic Science Fiction Monthly, No. 65 — page 111: what you’re looking at

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AUTHENTIC SCIENCE FICTION The Psycho listened intently. “Very interesting,’ he mur- mured. *““Now what did she mean by the sleep-state method, doc?’’ Bill ended. “She’s probably on _ the right lines,” said Phillman. *““You’d best have a meal and then we’ll send you back to Marnia.” The doctor chuckled knowingly and dug Bill in the ribs. “Expect you like this Duvane, eh ?”’ he asked. Bill grunted and agreed to the doctor’s suggestions. After the meal he was sent off again to seek the Kingdom of Marnia. He found it easier this time, managing to arrive much nearer to the built-up district. Again he was met by the same vehicle and taken into the presence of the ruler. He apologised to her for his earlier, untimely departure. Duvane was sympathetic. “These things do happen,” she said. ““Never mind, you are back and we can continue to discuss the problem which troubles you and your friend. We must await the time when Bernard’s physical body sleeps. He will, of course, be active in 110 his projected subtle body and, doubtless, in the company of many demons.” Bill pulled a face. ““Before I enquire about demons, tell me how it is you speak my language?” The Princess gestured with her hands. “‘Everyone speaks the celestial tongue here. There’s less limitation and no language barrier. One’s con- sciousness can tap the uni- versal or celestial level of language. What do you wish to know about the demons?” “You told me that the sleep-state way might be the best one for tackling Bernard, but that he might be in the company of many demons. How could I find him?” “A difficult journey,” Du- vane told him. “‘The demons . inhabit the dark lands. The terrain is riddled with caves, caverns and extensive forests. To find Bernard would not be easy. Also, we should be limited to the period when he visited the place.”’ “Why do you say we?” Bill asked. *““Because you would need someone with experience to comicloooks.com