Negotiations

[Sage]

Have to seems like a strong word. You connect to Nox's wifi and I'll have immediate access. It's not even a thought.

I help you. You help me. That is the nature of most of my relationships. I will keep you out of Atharim cross-hairs even doing what you do now. You keep me informed by "allowing" to track you.

And I heard. I won't say anything. I don't even know the details. I wasn't watching. And have no need. Right now.


The last text sent was a breakdown of utilities and extras that came with the building broken down by the number of people living in the house and categorized by which adults were paying for which. The bulk of the break down went to Nox since he was technically fostering all the kids under 18. Sage had pulled Liam out into his own category, he was almost 18 and had asked to be included in the financial break down and pay his own way. Mara, Elyse, Olivia, Ashton and Liam had an equal share of 'debt' they had accrewed. Nox didn't charge anyone, but Sage kept track of everything, Elyse was right about that.

He sent her the total amount of her portion of the monthly bills minus food. Food Nox handled completely on his own.

If you want to chip in with food you'll need to talk to Nox, or just buy things that everyone can use. Nox won't let me buy food online.