“But—”
“No. Do you believe me?”
She nodded, because it was true. She felt safe.
“The residents of the City love to gossip. You will hear things. Some true, some not. Once you've lived with us awhile, you will be able to distinguish between the two. Until then, trust that you can rely upon us to tell the difference.”
She wanted to let it go, but something nagged at her. She moved her eyes to the wet tissue in her hands, uncomfortable looking at him while she spoke.
“Kai told me why Gregory was taken. He sold his soul; how can that not be evil?”
Te chuckled. “If I told a random human that I could extend their life indefinitely and help them to gain everything they ever wanted for half the profits, do you know what they'd say?
“What's the catch?” She couldn't help the wry tone in her v
