It had been nearly a year, but it was finally done. The buildings were finished and most of the job openings had been filled. Lancaster's research had slowly advanced in the process, but now that everything was all set, the real projects began. The perfect location with a great team, and every dollar had been put to good use. Basil stood at the dock, waiting yet again to see Samuel. He could see the outline of the boat through the swampy mist, and within a minute, the boat was tied up to the docks and Samuel came up, followed by two boys who greatly resembled him.
"Dr. Lancaster!" said the older Brother, who was finally up on the dock facing the scientist.
"Solomon, it's good to see you!" said Basil. "Samuel it's a shame the you couldn't have been here while we were still building on the lot, it was quite exciting. But at least you get to see it now. Gentlemen, welcome to Honey Island."
Lancaster lead them throughout the whole area, showing them his personal lab and home, along with the smaller houses of the more dedicated scientists.
"What's in that building?" Solomon asked, pointing to a mainly while building with a clock set onto it.
"It's nothing special," Basil replied quickly. "We're still working out the details but the majority of it's purpose is to extend our research a little further. Sam, you don't seem very enthusiastic, is anything wrong?"
"Y-yeah, I'm fine," Solomon's younger Brother replied. "Swamps are just a little creepy, that's all."
"Right, then I suppose this concludes the tour," said Lancaster. "If you boys wouldn't mind I just need to have a quick talk with your Father."
They nodded and with that, the two adults walked away and began talking in hushed tones.
"He was right," said Solomon, after they were out of earshot. "You haven't been acting like yourself since the boat ride."
"I'm fine, really," said Sam, looking at the muddy ground.
"No, you're not. Tell me the truth."
Sam leaned towards Solomon and whispered, "I saw something."