Duncan steadied himself and walked towards the two law enforcement officers at the door.
His conscience was clear—after all, he hadn't caused any harm nor had any conflict with the authorities. Captain Duncan Strain might be a name known far and wide, but what did the moving calamity of the Endless Sea have to do with an honest antique shop manager like himself?
On second thought, the most suspicious thing he'd done was attend a meeting of Heretics—and he'd enthusiastically reported it afterward!
Wait... reported it?
All of a sudden, Duncan remembered that detail and immediately guessed why the two law enforcement officers were visiting. His step became even more confident as he advanced. But Nina clearly lacked his composure. She hastened to meet her uncle as he descended the stairs and, in a hushed, urgent tone out of sight of the two officers, said, "Uncle, you must be honest with the officers when they ask questions…"
