Where has everyone gone? I take leave of this thing for a matter of days, and all of a sudden, it is like... cockroaches in sunlight. No more.
Johanna, I forgot to mention, there will be another woman staying with us, now. A friend, of mine and Rurik's, from a past life. She is old, and she is cranky, and if she gives you trouble, deal with her accordingly. She can handle herself.
Gatlin, I believe I have an idea of how to help with your problem. Assuming things... cooperate.