“The person who brought the crates over said they were a gift from you and to open them when we were in danger. I hadn’t intended on opening them, but I accidentally knocked one over when taking something else. Only then did I realize there were people in the crates!”

Teivel’s breathing sped up. James noticed this, and he fell silent, looking at Teivel nervously. “You don’t look so good right now, which puts me on edge. I also have some questions.”

Teivel shut his eyes and took a deep breath to