Thanks, guys.
Since you are halfway through the story, I think the wham! (ref: five cigar smoking men in part 4) would be coming up soon??
You get the psychic award. I'd explain more, but I think the next part will do the talking for me.
And, yes, I'm going to be posting a little more frequently now, since I have no reason to wait. Hope you all continue to enjoy it, and thanks again for the comments.
AnnN.