Stefan Frost had used the last of his influence to get them out of jail a second time. The female investigator, Detective Montoya, only agreed to the deal under the condition he stepped down as Head Councilor. Stefan didn’t even hesitate. He relished having more time for his hobbies like golf and fencing.

Theo wasn't completely convinced that his father was going to give up a life in politics. He suspected that Stefan would still find ways of influencing the magical world albeit in a ...