Corpalism by Arun D. Ellis

Author:Arun D. Ellis [Ellis, Arun D.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Fiction, Contemporary, Political Fiction, Dystopia, Science Fiction
ISBN: 9781475128246
Amazon: 147512824X
Goodreads: 34226464
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: 2015-03-16T00:00:00+00:00

Dr. Feelgood

“How is she today?”

“Much the same, Doctor,” answered Patrick, “she’s still coming out with this crazy stuff.”

“Mmm,” he said, walking into the main living space.

“Morning Doctor” said Delores.

“Good morning, Delores…and how are we today?”

“Well I’m in fine form,” said Delores, “but I can’t speak for everyone.”

Dr. Feelgood smiled, tightly. David closed his eyes.

“Have you been taking your medicine, Delores?”

“Yes, I have.” answered Delores.

“No, she hasn’t.” corrected Patrick.

“Patrick!” snapped Delores, “don’t you lie now, tell the Dr. the truth.”

“That is the truth, Delores,” said Patrick, with noticeably less conviction.

“Delores?” questioned the Doctor.

“Well okay, so I missed a few doses but to be honest Doc, I really don’t see the point.”

“And why’s that, Delores?”

“Because there’s nothing wrong with me” said Delores.

“Well, that’s a matter for others to decide, I think, Delores.”

“Look Doc, as far as I’m concerned, this is all some kind of crazy dream.”

“Which is why she’s been saying all those strange things on TV,” said Patrick.

“They aren’t ‘strange things’ Patrick, they make perfect sense.”

“Ah, they might make perfect sense to you, Delores,” said Dr. Feelgood, “but I’m afraid they’re a little off the wall to the rest of us.”

“Really? ...off the wall, you say?” Recognising the tone, Patrick groaned.

“Yes, off the wall, Delores.” She had so little insight into her own condition, it was pitiful.

“Well okay,” said Delores, “let’s try a new one on you then, shall we?”

“Er, Delores …,” started Patrick, “that might not be a good idea?”

“No, Patrick,” interrupted Dr. Feelgood, “it might be good therapy; it will certainly help me ascertain where we are with Delores’ treatment.”

Delores raised her eyebrows, “Ascertain where we are with my treatment? Well, let me ascertain where we are with your insanity, Doctor.”

“Delores….” Patrick fumbled and chewed his bottom lip, “Please don’t say anymore ‘til David’s here.”

“Oh, do shut up,” snapped Delores, “what’s David going to do? Stop me? Is that what you think, Patrick?”

“Er, no Delores,” stammered Patrick, “I just think David should know what’s being said.”

“Well, you can tell him later…well Doc, what shall we cover?”

“I don’t know, Delores. What do you want to cover?” said Dr. Feelgood.

“Take a seat,” she instructed, pointing to an armchair. She thought for a bit then said happily, “Ah, now I have it.”

“You do? Well, don’t give it to me then.” Neither one laughed; not Patrick who shuffled uncomfortably nor Delores who simply stared until the doctor looked away.

“Do you like my home, Doctor?”

“Yes, Delores, it’s very beautiful,” said Dr. Feelgood.

“I have several others, you know,” said Delores.

“I’m sure you do,” said Dr. Feelgood, “you’ve been very successful, Delores.”

“Haven’t I just,” agreed Delores, “tell me Doctor, do you own your own home?”

Patrick looked horrified at the question.

“Well, yes, Delores,” answered Dr. Feelgood.

“What’s it like?” asked Delores.

“What do you mean?”

“Well, where is it? What style is it? How many rooms? How much land?”

“Oh well,” said Dr. Feelgood, “it’s a modern build, mock Georgian.”

“With pillared porch?” asked Delores.

“Yes actually,” answered Dr. Feelgood, “two pillars.”

“How many rooms?”

He looked surprised at her insistence, then recited, “Three receptions

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