Tony Brooks

Seeking the Black Smoke Tony Brooks

PUBLISHED By CUSTOM BOOK PUBLICATIONS He drew himself up straight; no, he would not fear the mythical beasts, or the dominance of his father's authority. He was a man and must now firmly say what he felt to be right. He reached for the for the brass tongue of the dragon forming the knocker, but the great door drew slowly back. Lieu Fong was there, smiling encouragement as he gestured him into the great chamber of the mansion. The beautifully tessellated floor ran away into the distance, and seemed to make the long room appear even bigger than it actually was. Huge windows dominated the far wall and the rays that poured through them lent a glowing brilliance to the dais in front. The ornate chair in which the merchant sat was bathed in light and dominated the space creating the powerful impact of a royal throne room. Hung Mi gazed down at his second son;. He smiled, taking a moment to appreciate the bright, intelligent qualities that marked the young man's features. This was a concubine's son to be proud of ... A Powerful Adventure...