[Isn't he just full of surprises. Magic, and things that seem like magic, aren't unfamiliar to either Marker, but they were were hardly common. All of which is too much of a headache to deal with right now. Calera's eye was twitching, which Henry knew was a warning sign.]

Anju you will do no such thing. You already push yourself too hard. Karin, please calm down some more? It'll be alright--just try to have a normal day for yourself.

[That was the most important thing, taking care of his daughters first. Hopefully.]

As boring as it might be, I will ask you to stay inside our barrier--you should be able to sense it--if not in the house, until after we've spoken this evening.

[That last directed to Soma, with a stern look.]