Deadstar, you're writing a work of fiction, IMHO you should not let the 'Real-World' dictate or otherwise censor what happens in your story. If people can't understand the difference between 'Fiction' and 'Real-World' then they need to be re-educated!
Personally I have no difficulty seeing the difference. (Just don't hurt any Smurfs in the writting of your story and I'll be ok!)
another 2 cents (at 50% off) for your reading pleasure!
Cheers!
Edit:..and with this post I have been promoted! (Note, any future 2 cents will be at 25% off due to the higher cost of uniforms!)
[ April 08, 2003, 23:21: Message edited by: David E. Gervais ]