“Poor friends to allow such solitude,” Reeve hissed. Clearly he was not amused. But his attention to Alistair remained kind.

“I’m the end your nose was put in the right place, therefore enabling you to uncover a plot, assist others, and I do not doubt that your remaining behind to fight this demon was a noble act. One that I pray you are remembered well for in your world.”

This man is a hero and nothing would convince Reeve of anything less.