Some of the children cuddled between Vyre and Ashia, others fussing as they fought over who could fit between the adults. Notably Chiren was not around, but the young Blue had already become quite independent and curious about everything and was likely exploring the house.<span style="color: #5900b3">“Treason? That’s nonsense and they know it… I should have just killed them all when they attacked me the first time. Whatever, I’ll follow your instructions and let them do what they want and when they come after me I’ll cooperate peacefully. If I can’t go there why don’t you use a body to convince them that I’m powerless and unable to defend myself, they may encourage Rachel to come after us.”</span><div class="messageTextEndMarker"> </div>