The afternoon brought construction planning in earnest.
System had generated a preliminary layout that Alex spread across a flat rock near the pool, using stones to hold down the corners while his mates gathered to review it.
[Phase one: Foundation and primary structure. The ridge provides a natural anchor for the main building—I've oriented it to maximize sun exposure for the hot springs and pool areas while maintaining defensibility on the northern and eastern approaches. Living quarters are clustered around the central courtyard, with individual wings tailored to each mate's environmental needs.]
"The wings," Lucas said, studying the layout. "They're separate."
[The central courtyard is shared. The individual wings allow for private space. Given the different requirements—Naga's need for warm, enclosed spaces; Zale's water access; Leo's high perches; your preference for open, ground-level territory—separate but connected seemed the most practical approach.]
