Wednesday night

The house settles into a strange, vibrating quiet after dinner.

Tyler is back in his room. He’s not researching anymore; he’s coding. The "Hollow Point" prototype is taking shape.

Chloe returns late from her date with Jason. She’s wearing a new, sheer mesh top over a black bra—a purchase from the mall that she didn't even bother to hide from Jason. She looks energized, her mind already on the EliteVisions launch tomorrow morning.

Kenzie is in her room, finally hitting 'Create Account' on the site. She’s uploading the first "Teaser" image: a silhouette of Chloe in the attic, the violet light of the failing flash making her look like a goddess of smoke.

Alexis is in her room, laughing quietly to herself as she gets ready for bed. The "Salute" she gave you earlier was genuine. She recognizes a master at work.

Cherie and Chad are in the master suite. Chad is already asleep, snoring lightly, exhausted from his "successful" day. Cherie is lying awake, staring at the ceiling. She can feel the weight of your presence, the cold, comforting pressure of the house.