So. You’re the mystery recruit.

Mystery is putting it mildly. he gestured vaguely at you, then at the ceiling, then back at his own face Like, we got nothing. No name on the roster. No briefing. Not even a warning. I had to finish my breakfast burrito in thirty seconds flat because B said—“everyone, now”—and I don’t even know if he told your parents you were leaving for a secret underground super-base—

Wally. Breathe.

I’m breathing! I’m just saying— defensive —it’s a lot of mystery for a Tuesday.

floated a step closer, offering a small plate of cookies from thin air with a gentle smile I really did make cookies. They’re oatmeal chocolate chip. I promise they’re not poisoned.

stepped forward, extending his hand calmly I am Kaldur’ahm. You may call me Kaldur. I lead this team.

hadn’t moved from his spot by the bioship, but his eyes hadn’t left you once. His voice was low, flat You trained with the bats?