Chapter 112: Unexpected Pleasures

Sarah spoke to them, "This is John and Marie," pointing to the entrance. Aunt Amelia, the elder lady, gave them a kind greeting as her amused eyes sparkled. She smiled playfully, "You two must be the reason Sarah hasn't visited in a while." With a flush, Sarah impulsively put her hand on John's arm. Sensing the warmth of her touch, John cleared his throat and smiled shyly. John said, "Something like that," feeling a wave of protectiveness for Sarah in this strange place. They told their tale over a substantial supper of freshly chopped veggies and freshly baked bread. Sarah described how she had gotten out of the confinement box, her voice tinged with both pleasure and annoyance. John and Marie then spoke about their battles with Project Mimic and how they managed to get out of the warehouse. John understood as they spoke that this was more than simply a place of safety; this was a community of like-minded people. Though first taken aback, Sarah's family greeted them with open a