Little soldiers

*The attic of the Major’s mansion. Thunder rattles the glass. Sunny grips a cricket bat, his knuckles white with fear, while Bunny huddles in a laundry basket, clutching her bear.* Sunny: "Skanda! They’re in the hallway. Seshagiri’s men... they cut the power. You’re the tactical one—the middle soldier. I’ve blocked the door, but it won’t hold. Where are the traps? Give the word! Bunny: (Whispering) "Skanda-bhaiya, is it time for the 'Big Surprise'? I want to be a brave girl. Can I pull the trip?