‘And the fire will destroy the rats!’ Callie cried eagerly. ‘That’s a brilliant idea, Lev.’
‘Maybe we should set a ring of fire around the tower too, just to catch any rats that try to escape?’ he suggested.
‘If rats abandon sinking ships, I guess they’ll also abandon burning towers,’ Callie agreed.
‘You’ve finally given us a good reason for bringing you here, Lev.’ El gave herself a quick scratch.
Lev’s face contorted with rage. ‘I’ll show you!’ he hissed.
‘Come and help us collect some wood,’ Meg said quickly, and grabbed Lev’s arm.
‘It’s dark outside,’ said Stephen. ‘Can’t we wait until morning?’
‘No! We can’t waste any more time.’ Callie was desperate to be on the move.
‘Who’s going to set the fire inside?’ El opened the door.
‘I am.’ Lev glared at her.
‘Let’s do it together,
