stating something obvious.

Waking up in front of a grave? "I didn't."

The man replied curtly, "Didn't what?"

"Wake up in front of a grave."

The man was dumbfounded, and started to raise his voice. "Well where did you..." his question trailed off. I followed his gaze over my shoulder to the hilt of my blade. "That sword..."

I protectively placed a hand on it, uncomfortable with the look in the man's eyes.

His look changed suddenly to a welcoming face. "Well, anyway, I'm Thamis of Igramor. I have taken it upon myself to guide those who have newly awakened. Shall I lead you off this lonely hill?" He gestured out the gate, into the gloomy forest before us.

There's really no choice, is there? "Alright. Bring me to somebody who can explain what's goingCalifornia Economic Recovery Continues to Drive Loan Growth: CCUL

Lending at California’s credit unions increased by 1.3% in the second quarter, making it the fastest second-quarter loan balance increase since the beginning of the recession in 2007, according to a new report from the California Credit Union League.

Automobile financing led the way with a 7.8% in new vehicle loans, and a 6.3% increase in used vehicle loans in the first half of 2013. Unsecured personal loans also grew increasing by 1.8% in the first half.

"It's clear the reports of California's (economy) heating up weren't a flash in the pan," said League Chief Economist Dwight Johnston. "This improved economic outlook is building consumer confidence with near-record increases in new loan applications for big-ticket items ranging from homes to cars."

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