There it sat, silky and woven on the underside of the blue tarp, just like Charles had described. Martin leaned in close to get a better look at the tiny structure. Micro strands of fiber had been woven together to create an organic fence. Within the barrier sat the strange sack. With a bulb at the base, it tapered to a pointed top, with fragile support strings strung diagonally down it, connected to the tarp and the fence.

“What is it?” Martin asked, crossing his finger close to the structure.

Charles slapped his hand away.

“Don’t touch it!” Charles cautioned.   Continue reading →