Lois

TLC 03/17

Lois, Secretary for PDF

Both Patsy and Lois were been minor characters in Book 2 (02/2, 3), The Release of Magic (see Events, The P. D. F.) It looks like they are taking a more major role in Book 3, Release of Magic.(TLC 03/17) They were both witches, older, a little heavier than others, and always pranking each other with jabs, snorts, and other tricks. Were good friends. Had installed an alarm system (trilling birds) so that they could turn the TVs they watched all day to more serious activities whenever someone came to the office.

General Anderson coming to office. Came to offer Patsy and Lois an assignment, some kind of a promotion of sorts. They had done well in helping with various problems , (trouble with the necklace, skirmish with the silver Griffins, and the willens) and he wanted them to help again. He was determined to have things go right. He had heard stories about Lois and her abilities in her younger days. She had been a legend in the Silver Griffins. Wanted to promote them to PDAs, and help back up Detective Leira Berens. "You will have multiple responsibilities, of course. You've proven your abilities here at the PDF and kept this country safe from random acts of magic but the times have changed." "Other countries have established their own PDFs and have been gathering artifacts." Patsy scooped up another handful of green M&Ms, stuffing them into her mouth two at a time till she resembled a chipmunk. "Suspicions are growing and we need two ladies just like you to monitor more than just the United States. We need you to fan out and look for signs of other governments getting into the magic game."And assist Agent Berens when necessary." "Human assistance for Agent Berens has not worked out." "She scared the holy hell out of somebody, didn't she?" Lois tilted her head to one side. The general let out a small shudder. "In a manner of speaking." "We get to spy on humans?" "Most definitely. And assist Agent Berens when necessary." We've tried a lot of other magical beings and there aren't a lot of people interested in helping us on such a big scale." "Magical community has a long memory." The general's smile slipped for a moment but he put it right back on his face. "Times have changed. We've learned a few things." "I've given Agent Berens your direct line. Whatever she asks, if you can help, give it to her." "Are we moving?" asked Patsy, "No, we can do everything from here. There may be some travel but having you close to Washington will be an asset to us as well. Your new assignment starts tomorrow," he said. "Oh, by the way, you'll now be part of the Senior Executive Service with the commensurate pay raise." "Above a GS-15?" "We'll be issuing you better wands as well. Those are willow wands, aren't they?""The newer 3-D printed models will arrive later this week." The general turned to go but looked back over his shoulder. "Of course, that's if you accept." "We accept!" Lois shouted out.