Strange Sounds

By bjaybrooks on
Traveler listening in rainy forest; “*SCUFFLE*,” “*WHISPER?*,” “*SNAP*,” “*低い音 (LOW SOUND)*,” and “*rustle*.”
A wary traveler listens for movement while sheltering in a rain-soaked forest.

It is cool, cloudy, and rainy. October has arrived. ‘The Woods are lovely, dark and deep,’ applies. The Old Man found the rain soothing. A balm for the soul. A refreshing. Sounds like none heard emanated from the Woods. Was it children yelling in hunt of prey? Sounds so faint they seemed ethereal. But they continued. No human to be seen nor hunter found. Yet the eerie background noise was constant. The Old Man pondered if it was man or beast. Were they October sounds?

Hunter & Prey: frightened people flee barking dogs through a rainy forest
A frightened group flees through a rain-soaked forest as barking dogs give chase.

October is a good time to check course. The holidays are upon us. Time to think big thoughts. Time to peek around the Veil to get a glimpse of the beyond. We are meant for great things. Some marvel that it takes us twenty years to mature…perhaps it takes much more to prepare.

Comic panel with angels behind a veil; text: “Your entire life, my friends, was but a training ground for what is to come!” “We thought it was just... life. We never knew... but now... it all makes sense.” “A great revelation: The veil lifts, and the true purpose is revealed.”
A glowing veil rises as witnesses discover the deeper purpose behind their lives.

‘I have been hearing strange noises,’ Chet said. ‘Noise of hate and recriminations,’ he continued. ‘Noise suggesting money is the goal…the more you make the more you are blessed,’ Chet continued. ‘Apparently God is in the top five percent and judges his creation according to his financial goals,’ Chet laughed. ‘There are sounds of many voices…much like a hum or dull mechanized rhythm calling for the poor to be removed…put someone else out of sight…out of mind,’ Chet noted.

‘I hear the voice of people crying for mercy, justice…understanding,’ Neva J said. ‘They speak of the Christ of the Bible, his love for those forgotten,’ Neva J said softly. ‘They are quiet voices from quiet folks, introverted and brilliant,’ Neva J observed. ‘They are tired but unable to sleep; they have to stay awake…danger surrounds them,’ Neva J mused.

Comic panel text: "THE DISADVANTAGED SEEK COMPASSIONATE AID FROM LOCAL BELIEVERS." A woman says, "Please, help us... we've heard that you provide food..." Volunteers assist impoverished people. Bottom text: "A GLIMMER OF HOPE."
Local believers respond with compassion, offering food and dignity to vulnerable neighbors.

‘Voices muted by soft carpet and thick walls,’ Jane observed. ‘Soundproof rooms and locked doors,’ Jane said. ‘Rooms where the deals are made…mahogany desks and conference tables are where they sit, laughing at each other’s jokes…helping each other’s friends and family…they are members of the Friends and Family Club,’ Jane said sadly.

Comic panel reading “INSIDE: DECISIONS THAT SHAPE THE ECONOMY,” “EXECUTIVE BOARDROOM,” “The proposed strategy should maximize returns this quarter,” “They never look our way,” and “NO ENTRY,” showing executives meeting while a mother and children stand outside.
Inside an executive boardroom, a profit-focused strategy unfolds beside a family shut out in the cold.

‘The sounds are horrible and humbling,’ Billy B noted. ‘Are they the sounds of people being hunted?’ Billy B asked. ‘It is Friday night…date night for many…time to say soft words and drink fine wine…there are strange sounds outside the restaurant…those inside can not hear the frightening sounds…the walls are thick…the carpet is plush…only the right people are allowed inside.

Split comic scene: diners at The Amber Room Fine Dining & Cigars beside homeless people in rain saying "Can't go on..." and "*sob*."
A comic-style split scene contrasts luxury dining inside The Amber Room with hardship on the rainy street outside.

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