“There is something I don't understand,” said Magdalena. “How would Creyton know enough to tell Jessica that Jonah and his boss were so close?”
“Because about two years ago, Creyton worked with us, disguised as Roger,” mumbled Jonah. “He'd used someone else's likeness and essence to disguise himself, remember how I told all of you that? He knew that we were all tight. I was stupid to think that he'd forget what he learned about us back in the old bookstore.”
Bobby sneered. “And he passed all that information over to Jessica, who exploited it.”
“Deceitful, skank t**t,” growled Reena.
Vera rose from her seat, impatiently wiping her face.
“Sit down, Vera,” said Jonathan.
“Jonathan—”
“No, Vera.” The Protector Guide was stern. Intractable. “Do not think me heartless, but you are one of u
