The African Queen Part 5

By Ron Dawes

This saga follows the story of Elizabeth, a young British woman born and raised in Shanghai in the 1890s. At eighteen, she marries a young missionary who is assigned to East Africa and struggles to discover and enjoy her sexuality amid the expectations of decorum for a young British woman in the puritanical age of the Victorian era. She knows there must be more to love and marriage than is provided by her devoted, yet hapless husband Aston, who seems unwilling or unable to fulfill her needs.

The account of the colonization of Africa from 1900 through the end of the first World War serves as the backdrop for the story, which introduces a rich variety of characters, including the crusty old trader, John Brown, the dashing young Captain Waltham, and the young missionary couple, Thomas and Jane Faulk.

The descriptions of Elizabeth's lusty adventures are detailed, and meant for a mature audience.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Ron Dawes
• Release date: May 20, 2015
• ISBN: 9781310631306

Ron Dawes

Writing these stories provides me an outlet to express my innermost fantasies. I love hearing from readers who have been moved by my stories. Feel free to drop me a note anytime. Many of my stories are based on my fantasies. Some of the stories are based on the fantasies of others that have contacted me. But all of them are fantasies. We have no control over our fantasies, and many of them will always be just that; fantasies, not real. I don't necessarily condone the behavior of my characters; some of them are a bit lecherous, I'm afraid. Some are rowdy. And some might just be a little nasty. But it takes all kinds. I believe that men, deep down, have a strong need to worship and adore their lover. I believe that women, deep down, have a strong need to be worshiped and adored by their lover. Most of my stories reflect those beliefs.

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Part 5

By Ron Dawes

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Text Copyright 2014 Ron Dawes

All characters are fictional, and, where involved in adult situations, are over the age of 18.

Elizabeth paced nervously as she waited the doctor to finish his examination of Aston. Finally, after what seemed an eternity, the doctor came out, looking somber.

What is it, doctor? she asked impatiently.

Mrs. Larksley, I’m afraid your husband has post-polio syndrome. It’s affecting the involuntary muscles that control his breathing. That’s why he’s having so much difficulty in breathing, and is unable to move about without tiring.

What can we do?

I’m afraid there’s nothing I can do. It’s possible he could stabilize in his current condition, and always have difficulty breathing. He would have to curtail his activities.

What if he doesn’t stabilize?

If his condition deteriorates, the only possible remedy is to have him placed in an iron lung. However, the nearest hospital with one is in Egypt. You would need to move him there, or to England.

Would that allow his muscles to regenerate?

No, that would only keep him alive.

Not much of a life, is it?

It’s the only chance for survival, if his condition worsens.

As it turned out, his condition did worsen. It became clear that they would have to inform the AIM, who could send a missionary to replace Aston. Elizabeth drafted the letter and read it to Aston for his approval.

I’ll never let them put you in an iron lung, dear, she promised Aston. I promise I’ll stay by your side until the end. I’ll do anything for you.

When the pain became too difficult to bear, the doctor prescribed narcotics.

Now, Mrs. Larksley, these are very strong. They can cause death if administered improperly. Take care that you only give one every 12 hours.

Aston slept almost continuously when using the narcotics. He ate almost nothing, as swallowing was difficult and painful. The doctor insisted that Aston be fed intravenously, but Elizabeth resisted.

I’ll make sure he eats, doctor.

"In a matter of days, he’ll be unable