"That is the main interface," the Bastet said pointing to the obelisk. "It can guide you to the correct mind to speak with."

"Mind, are you telling me that those jewels are actually living minds?"

"Yes, it is a small Infinity Circuit," she said smiling. "It is how the Elda stores their information. What better way to share and store information than with a being that knows it intimately well?"

"She never told me the name of her race," I said thoughtfully. "Can they teach me about their society?"

"They will be happy to share any and all of their knowledge," she replied as I touched the amethyst obelisk.

"Anatari...