The Flyers

A brisk, damp spring evening settles over an exclusive country club, its grand lounge humming with the chatter of a dozen loyal members. The fire crackles, chasing away the wind that rattles the windows, while men and women in sweaters swap jokes, cards, and stories over highballs. Amid the polite clinking of glasses, a sense of camaraderie mingles with an undercurrent of restless anticipation for the night’s final train.

As the rain eases, the club’s steward and a few eager organizers begin to outline the “real hunt” that will launch in a month, promising a chase through newly softened fields and woods. The gathering buzzes with competitive boasts—golf scores, polo exploits, and whispered rumors about a mysterious absent guest. This opening night captures both the refined rituals of the Faraway Country Club and the stirring promise of adventure that lies just beyond the polished doors.