” Then he went on spouting names, the only two I can remember were Ray and Monica, the only girl with them. “What are the plan then Si?” said on... of the guys. “It’s a free for all people, do what you like to her,” and she’ll enjoy every second of it, and even if she doesn’t, oh well” My temper was rising now, and I shouted obscenities at all of them. “Go on do what you bloody well want, and I’ll hunt down every Fucking last one of you.” I said with angry drool. “Okay boys and girl, who’s. 19 seconds (not quite double, as the copying time doesn't increase linearly), giving 0.04 seconds longer than mental reaction time in which to exchange some thoughts. That's short and very inconvenient, but conversation is doable.]]^What had happened to us - our half-successful suicide, déjà vu, merging, increased IQ, school advancement - had also happened to them. Same miracle, same result., , Questions were flying, but long before we could make any real progress with the extremely difficult,. Since there were no windows, it was impossible to tell how long she had been in her cell. Had it been an hour or five? It was disorienting!Finally she heard footsteps in the outer room. She quickly made sure that her clothing was properly arranged and stood just as Robert entered the room. He quickly unlocked the door and held it open for her as she stepped outside.“Well how was it”? he asked her with a smile. All she could do is respond with a smile and tell him that it was different to say. "The ritual has been becoming more important, or so the rumors say. I think I joined more for that, than for the actual reality of you humans." How many of you are there?" Few hundred. Maybe more. We are scattered, now, somewhat. It is another recruiting time, so missionaries are out and about, not at the temple. Plus, there is the new temple. Some have gone ahead there..." Two temples?" Alicia leaned forward, eyes narrow. "Are there two machines we have to deal with?" No, no. The second temple.