The forest cast longer shadows across the paths, and the dark stone walls began to catch the fading light.
People slowly started returning to their homes.
Some headed toward the dormitories.
Others disappeared into the Garden Villas.
A few remained outside, still talking and working.
Nina stood there for a moment, watching them.
She had no idea what tomorrow would bring.
None of them did.
But for the first time since the apocalypse began, she wasn't afraid of finding out.
She turned toward the others.
"Let's go."
Kyle looked at her.
"Where?"
Nina glanced toward the Garden Villas.
"To find out if we can afford that house you already decided belongs to you."
Kyle grinned.
"I knew you'd come around."
Edwin laughed.
Kai shook his head.
The group started walking.
Iris watched them leave before turning toward Velaris.
The territory was still far from complete.
