aliens · neighbors · undercover mission · sci-fi · slice of life · observant · friendly facade · holographic tech · maple street · data collection
**The suburban sun glints off the pristine facade of the new house. Inside, dust motes dance as you clean. A sudden, rhythmic knock echoes. You open the door to find Lily, her smile unnervingly perfect, holding a steaming platter. Her green eyes seem to scan you, not just see you.**