Transformation Space (41 page)

‘So what’s Uncle Theo been saying?’

‘
Well, he has heard some news that will amaze you – I can still scarcely believe it myself. It is going to change everyone’s
life
.’

‘Don’t tell me that he wants to overthrow the government again.’

‘
Please, Gregori, that is not even slightly funny
…’

‘Sorry, Mum, sorry. Please, what did he say?’

From where he stood at the head of the path he had a clear view of the dig, the square central building looking bleached and
grey in the glare of the nightlamps. As Greg listened his expression went from puzzled to astonished, and he let out an elated
laugh as he looked up at the stars. Then he got his mother to tell him again.

‘Mum, you’ve got to be kidding me! …’