Alex called his dad.
The communication link formed instantly when Alex initiated the call, stabilizing so quickly that it felt as though the connection had been waiting for him. On the other end, Noah answered without delay, his tone relaxed in a way that suggested he had been enjoying himself rather than dealing with anything serious.
"What's up, Alex?" Noah asked.
Alex did not waste time on pleasantries, as his focus remained fixed on the purpose of the call. "Dad, I need you to come to the central continent, because there is something important that I have to tell you in person."
There was a brief pause after he spoke, and in the background, a soft movement could be heard as Noah shifted slightly. A moment later, Elizabeth's voice followed, calm and curious.
"What did he say?"
Noah glanced toward her while she continued peeling a grape with careful precision, then she put it in Noah mouth gently.
