Rachel's entertainment was dated. She put them through several "games" and was gearing up for a round of Charades when a knock sounded on the front door. Everyone went still, eyes moving from one to another. Joseff was still missing, but it was unlikely he'd knock, which meant-

Jorick sighed. "It's Beldren and Zuri."

"Friends of yours?" Yaul demanded.

"No. They're Executioners." There was a collective gasp that Jorick talked over, "They're probably following up ...