The peltasts returned with the dawn of the next day. There they arrived at the gates, having already been opened in advance by the sentries present.
In just a week, Elysium had changed in many ways. More of the old houses had been torn down, the scrap scavenged for later use.
New community housing was built, similar to military barracks. Individuals were given small suites, each with a single bed, a wardrobe, a footlocker, and a desk.
Family units were designed for those who were married or possessed children, but they maintained the same austere, spartan-like conditions.
There were communal facilities for showers, toilets, dining, and entertainment. Each barracks was outfitted with central heating, snow proof roofing, electricity, and water supply.
