The Bard of Bel Air

A homeless man sees more than people realize.
by michaelcahill
Meeting The Bard on the streets of Bel Air
Prologue

Prologue

Posted April 15, 2014
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The Bard attends a funeral. An empty coffin is buried.
Chapter 1

A Bel Air Funeral

Posted April 16, 2014
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Harpster is found dead in his study. Is it murder?
Chapter 2

The Sight of Death, Crime Scene?

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Detective Adrian observes attendees at the funeral
Chapter 3

Observations and Introductions

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Other aspects related to Harpster's death are considered
Chapter 4

The Will, Jagger and a Shakedown

Posted April 19, 2014
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Johnny Junior talks to his lawyer, The Bards abode.
Chapter 5

Q, The Clubhouse & Bullfrogs

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The Bards abode and writing mode.
Chapter 6

Flies, Amazons & Ghostwriters

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Lucy Smaldino applies for a part time job.
Chapter 7

Ruby Debuts & A New Nanny

Posted April 22, 2014
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Tenaya finds clues in the Bards writing. A lucky case nearby
Chapter 8

The Bard Writes & Crime in the City

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Tenaya searches Blackwell's discarded papers and things
Chapter 9

Diamond Dancer & Working Lincoln

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Lucy encounters family members. The Bard creates a scene.
Chapter 10

More Relatives and Visiting a Friend

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Tenaya tours the cryogenic institute and is surprised.
Chapter 11

So, Where is the Victims Body?

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An evening out. A diva's decision.
Chapter 12

A Genius & A Diva

Posted April 26, 2014
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Ruby finds out. The Bard bails out. Tenaya thrown out.
Chapter 13

The Heir, Kidnapped, Suspended!

Posted April 27, 2014
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A contested will. The Bard meets up with an old buddy.
Chapter 14

Out of Ice. The Circus Comes to Town

Posted April 28, 2014
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Lucy has a nice chit chat with Lincoln.
Chapter 15

Heeeeeerrrrreees LUCY!

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The media runs with the story. Seniors kid ready to begin.
Chapter 16

Lawyers, Headlines, Ungrateful Kids!

Posted April 30, 2014
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Interogation begins, the prisoners have other plans.
Chapter 17

Time For a Vacation

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The people are scattered. But, the focus is on Bel Air.
Chapter 18

Roads to Los Angeles

Posted May 1, 2014
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People show up at the Blackwell mansion.
Chapter 19

Houseguests and Desert Treks

Posted May 2, 2014
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The Bard and Harpster at Union Station, L.A.
Chapter 20

Welcome to Olvera Street

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Lucy observes as tension mounts at the Blackwell mansion.
Chapter 21

Meet and Greet at the Blackwell's

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Tension mounts in the Blackwell mansion.
Chapter 22

Dancing On Thin Ice

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Tenaya meets with Q and old acquaintances reunite.
Chapter 23

Q, Diamonds Are Forever

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Plans are discussed while reunions take place.
Chapter 24

The Gang's All Here

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Winston confronts Lincoln with surprising results.
Chapter 25

Lincoln Surprises & Plans Are Made

Posted May 9, 2014
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Lucy goes undercover in Winston's organization.
Chapter 26

Lucy's New Job

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Lucy heading to the compound, a press conference is called.
Chapter 27

It's Showtime!

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Lucy heading to the compound, a press conference is called.
Chapter 27

It's Showtime!

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Lucy heading to the compound, a press conference is called.
Chapter 27

It's Showtime!

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Press conference announcements and Junior's interview.
Chapter 28

The Media Circus

Posted May 13, 2014
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Chief Sandoval is grilled.
Chapter 29

Questions and More Questions

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Chief Sandoval is grilled.
Chapter 29

Questions and More Questions

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Lucy is put to the test at the Winston compound. She passes.
Chapter 30

Lucy Makes the Right Moves

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Lucy's call sets things in motion. Ruby is about recruited.
Chapter 31

The Team Makes Preparations

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Plans to get Ruby inside are underway. The compound fills up
Chapter 32

All Roads Lead To the Forest

Posted May 17, 2014
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Ruby safely in Winston's compound. Dr. Khin's in on the deal
Chapter 33

Ruby's New Job

Posted May 20, 2014
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Winston's paranoia increase as Lucy and Ruby make their play
Chapter 34

Poppers Anyone?

Posted May 21, 2014
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Everyone shows up in San Pedro. Surprises for some!
Chapter 35

The Harbor Cruz!

Posted May 23, 2014
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The exchange is attempted and it all breaks loose!
Chapter 36

Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds

Posted May 24, 2014
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