"This is about what you talked about before, isn't it? Completing your evolution?" William asked.
"Yes, Dad." Alex nodded. "Initially, I wanted to take my time to get there… But something has come up and I have to rush to the centre of the universe."
William and the others exchanged glances, already seeing what it was about. Alex didn't have to explain to them it was about the safety of their universe.
They knew more than enough to deduce for themselves.
"Will everything be alright?" Sarah asked worriedly, holding Olivia's hand in hers.
"Yes, Ma." Alex nodded, though he wasn't too sure. "The only issue is I don't know how long it will take for me to return. While you can still reach him via our connection, I might not be able to reply at any given moment."
"Do what you must, brother." Aaron placed a hand on Alex's shoulders. "We believe in you. If you say this is what must be done. Then it must be…"
