Ivy was not the only variable. Her partner, Silas, was another potential threat. Though merely a thunder-type superpower user, his possessiveness made him dangerous.
Joel's fingers tapped against the table.
"Better to plan ahead," he muttered.
Meanwhile, Hannah returned to Arthur's room.
Arthur was already pacing when she entered, his expression dark. Jealousy burned in his eyes. Lately, he had watched Hannah grow closer to the base leader, and it left a bitter taste in his mouth.
She had once flattered him endlessly.
Now, it felt like she had found new toys.
"Where did you go?" Arthur muttered, unable to hide his dissatisfaction as he stared at her.
Hannah knew this was her moment to act.
She dropped into the seat with a soft thud, the faint scrape of the chair legs echoing in the tense air, and declared, "I have a plan."
Arthur's head snapped up instantly.
