"Because you're new," Liz said. "Not to be offensive. I just don't know who you are. Puts me on edge, understand." Her hands were on her hips as she looked him over. About her age, looked fit.. looked a little more dangerous than your average overweight, pimple-faced nerd who decided they hated mutants.

She held out a hand, like she knew she'd been being rude before. "Liz Taupier."