“Are you not afraid that I could hurt you or trick you?” he asked.
“No, because I’ll get you first.” Vapor came from her hands.
“Fascinating.” He noticed the skin becoming white. Franklin placed the book on the table next to him and stood.
“What?”
“Your hands. I have never seen anyone do that. However, I am impressed that one, such as yourself, commands others. A child with authority.” He smirked. “An odd thing to see.”
“I’m not in charge. My friends are only helping me.”
“You just tell yourself that, but the truth is, you take charge. So, why are you here?”
“I came to ask if can you tell me what happened to everyone on this ship—and the creatures on the island?”
Franklin lowered his head and took a deep breath. “Those creatures were once the crew.”
“The crew? But what changed the
