"You clearly haven't heard our conversations," Jasper teased lightly. Sure, the subject was definitely serious, but it wasn't exactly a pressing matter, so they could definitely discuss it later. It was obvious that Jasper's definition of important was different from most people's.

"We've got a list of possible worlds that might be able to help us out," said Eli, his tone changing from the playful nature he had with his boyfriend and girlfriend to a more serious one. "Dad's problem is easier to fix than mine comparatively, but it's still hard to find the technology capable enough fix us."