"Want to explore?" Kai suggested as they watched Alternative Cassius lead the children inside for lunch. "This place seems bigger than it looks."
Marcus nodded, understanding the need for privacy. They'd barely had a moment alone since everything started.
The property stretched behind the house into what looked like endless gardens, the time fold creating impossible spaces within suburban boundaries. They found a secluded spot near a fountain that shouldn't exist.
"Six members," Marcus said suddenly, breaking their comfortable silence. "The High Court. Each with abilities that make them nearly unstoppable."
Samantha turned to him, curious about this unexpected share of information. "You've encountered them?"
"Observed them. From a distance. It's why I understood their strategy patterns so quickly."
Kai remained unusually quiet, drawing both their attention.
