Punjabé Forest Home, India. 2045.
“Bill, you're awake!” exclaimed Daina as we entered.
“Good to see you up, Bill-san,” added Tanaka.
“Yeah…” I took a seat on the floor next to Lauren, where everyone was gathered in a horseshoe. The house was pretty old and dusty. No one had lived here for years. The hall had no furniture. The only things the burglars had left alone were the beds in each room. How convenient. Ameera and Juniper came to my side. “Did I worry you?”
“Yup!” replied Ameera. “You were out like a log.”
“I'm glad you’re okay,” said Juniper.
“Me too,” added Lauren.
“Thanks.” I made Ameera sit in front of me and hugged her stomach to keep her close, like Enrique used to do. Juniper sat on the opposite side of me from Lauren. “Comfy, Sis?” Ameera nodded.
“If you need me, I'll
