Multiple teams assembled outside the East Gate, ready to act to save the families being used against the scouts. A protective shield covered them so the Kreq's scanners would not find them if scanned. It was vital that the scanners couldn't detect their presence. It would hinder the rescue mission and put the teams in danger.
Renn stood with Renk, both still uncomfortable with the situation. They weren't yet sure how it could have happened. Because of the bond, they had an interest in each other, but were uncomfortable with it. It was something that everyone knew. Their discomfort was clear. The same-gender relations were uncommon in both of their races.
