– Chapter 25 – The Storm Before Departure Manchester, 28th May 2025 The Watchman stood once more in the heart of Mancunia, where pigeons glide like old ghosts and the air carries both history and hostility. His sign stood tall, his cap steady, but what approached this day was not just wind — it was … Continue reading The Flat-Capped Watchman of Stockport – Chapter 25 – The Storm Before Departure