Regarding recent events in Mexico . . .

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Alison has asked that I explain what has happened, and what she plans to do, so that we are all informed and can take what precautions are necessary before she and the others return from their vacation.

Yesterday afternoon, Jono fell unconscious for a short time while on the beach. Today, after questioning some of the local children, Alison was able to determine the cause of this mishap: a young boy calling himself Leech, who seems to have the ability to completely, if temporarily, negate the powers of any mutant in his immediate vicinity.

Leech--or Miles, as he and Alison have decided that he be named--was apparently rescued from a carnival freak-show by the same children who led Alison to him; the carnival has since moved on, and as yet we have been unable to determine its location or whether it holds any other children captive. Miles, however, will be coming to live with us as Alison's ward, as soon as that can be arranged with the proper authorities.

To that end, and until Miles learns better control over his suppressive aura, we must all be more cautious in the exercise of our abilities. His current fixed range is approximately five feet, and his influence seems to ignore all physical barriers. At this point, we are uncertain how he will interact with somatic mutations; Henry, I suspect that he will probably not make your fur fall out, but Logan and Sarah, you may well prefer to keep your distance, rather than risk the interruption of your healing abilities.

Kitty, Shinobi, I cannot emphasize enough the potential danger to the two of you should you encounter Miles' aura while passing through a solid object. Please be very careful.

Jamie, Doug: if the two of you and Artie agree, I would like to move Miles into your room; this gives him the the triple advantage of one roommate near his own age, two more who will likely not be traumatically affected by his aura, and close proximity to Alison.

As for everyone else: while Alison and I will be working closely with Miles in the hope that he will learn to control or contract his aura as quickly as possible, I hope you will not allow due caution to prevent you from making him feel welcome in his new home.

Thank you, and good day.