Chapter 19
Myrtle left no doubt about who was in charge as soon as Helen and Drew got to their feet.
“We’ll help you, Luis, or at least I will. From what you tell me, I got a stronger sense of something coming from outside of Bitanthra than Willis did. Mine was more like Drew.” She looked at Willis, and he nodded. “I’d feel better if Willis stayed awake. I know that sounds like I don’t trust you, but I wouldn’t be here if I didn’t.”
“Of course, we can do that,” Luis said, trying to keep up. “We’ll do whatever makes you the most comfortable.”
She turned to Helen and Drew.
“I know you two are leaders of your community, and all of this affects you directly. But I need you to leave while we’re doing this. I’ll feel a lot more comfortable.”
Drew shook his head and started to speak.
“No,
