The desert night air was freezing, and the sand under our feet precarious.

Were almost ready.

I quietly looked into the mirror. The scene reflected across the polished surface was of Epherene and Julie.

What do you think? It was well made, right?

Yes.

Now, try a test run. If it succeeds, well be done.

Epherene was designing a container that could fit one person, and Julie nodded beside her.

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