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                  The stocky little man stood silently waiting as Dr. Strong concluded the session.  "Homun will see you to your to room. I'm afraid Shala has a few tasks she must complete before tomorrow."

Chapter Two
     
    "The hall is furnished with several different types of exercise equipment. One of my earlier clients referred to it as an obstacle course. Which is indeed what it will become. " Dr. Strong explained as the others stood and watched.
                  "While you are under hypnosis the wall of netting might become a series of vines or perhaps the side of a rock cliff. The weight machine will serve as stimulus if you are required to lift or push a heavy object. The stair climber will act as a tree, fortress wall or perhaps a rock incline you must scale. Each of these sections will be used to enhance your experience by providing stimulus as well as exercise for your muscles . You won't be lying around for the next two days dreaming . You will work hard and come away
    from this adventure physically energized as well as emotionally."
                  Dr. Strong walked in front of the small group as Shala, dressed in a tight red jumpsuit silently demonstrated the use of each piece of equipment without so much as breaking into a sweat.
                  "There are six sections; each area has a specific purpose." The doctor continued
    as they entered a small area enclosed by tall oriental screens . "This is where you will be
    hypnotized ."
                  "Dr. Strong, Sarah has a few questions about the inducement." Todd interrupted.
    He turned to find Sarah's large blue eyes peering at him from behind Todd's immense form.  
    Dr. Strong smiled softly. "Of course my dear, I'll be happy to answer any questions. Trust is essential between the hypnotist and his subjects. But if you could indulge me a while longer, I believe you will find all your questions answered." He smiled at Sarah as if she was a small child, then turned toward Shala and nodded as he continued. "The session will begin shortly. First, I would ask you each to choose a cot and lay down. Shala is an accomplished flutist. She will play a soft Celtic lullaby to relax you. The lights will be dimmed and a pastel light presentation will begin . While this is in progress you will hear my voice softly and slowly drawing you into a deep hypnotic sleep."
                  "Dr. Strong, I'm sorry to interrupt again, but Sarah's been researching hypnosis, trying to get a better understanding of what we are about to experience." Todd nodded at Sarah encouraging her questions.
                  Sarah sat on the edge of her small cot a few feet from Dr. Strong. "It is my understanding that each subject falls under hypnosis at a different pace, ranging from seconds to minutes, even longer." She began in a quiet voice. 
                  "So Nicole and I could fall asleep right away, but you or Hopper could take half an hour to fall under the good doctor's spell?" Jack asked as he turned his gaze expectantly from Sarah to Dr. Strong, pleased that someone in their group seemed to have a concept of what they were doing.
                  "Normally that would be a correct assumption. Fortunately, I have developed a mild sedative that will allow you all to relax and enjoy a quick entry into hypnosis.”  Dr. Strong answered as he gestured toward the entrance of the sleeping area were Homun stood quietly holding a tray of what appeared to be chocolate milk shakes. "Homun has mixed the sedative with a high protein vitamin supplement. It is quite delicious." Dr. Strong motioned for Homun to come forward. "As a fellow member of the medical community Miss Sims, I assure you that it is very mild and will wear off in less than 15 minutes."  The silent little man offered each of the adventurers a glass of the chocolate mixture. The sweetness of the drink was overwhelming. Nicole