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THE GRAND STORY OF THE SEEMINGLY IMPOSSIBLE ADVENTURES OF BARON BRITPOP BLASTFURNACE
Recovery Begins
Baron Britpop Blastfurnace • Part 45
Recovery Begins
Upon returning to the palace, I was put under the care of the King’s own physician. He told me I would need to stay off of my leg for six weeks. A chair with wheels was delivered, and I began my long recovery.
Over the next two days, I was visited by the King, the Emperor, Lafayette, and several other members of the nobility. They all lifted my spirits, and in return, I recounted the balloon trip to each of them in detail.
Then to my surprise, the Queen visited.
“Baron Blastfurnace, you gave us all quite a stir when we heard of the balloon accident and your injury. I am pleased to see you on the road to recovery.” The Queen said.
“Thank you, Your Highness. I was assured by the doctor that the break was clean, and I should suffer no long-term effects once it heals.”
“This is good news, indeed. Since you are confined to that chair for the duration of your recovery, I would like to invite you to visit my Hamlet as often as you wish. The sunshine and fresh air will do you good, and I would welcome the company. I would like to…
