Cryptocracy Day 2 -- Axed

As Jason settled in to read, he noticed Frost gazing out the window. At first, he discounted it, but soon he looked to see what his pet was looking at. Outside, just a bit down the road, he saw a large gathering at the church. The teatime social he had heard about. All those people out there, looking like they were having such a great time...

Jason set down his book, placing a bookmark in it for later. He beckoned to Frost, and the mighty avian flew to his shoulder, her talons digging in a bit. Jason went to the door, adjusted his large trenchcoat, and headed down the lane.