Conley scratched his head.
" Okay, I know I probably shouldn't have done this, but these two children are healthy. You should know what this level of health means in Bigfoot City. I can't watch Simmons destroy them."
The deer-headed demon insisted,
"I understand you. Health is a luxury these days.
"But that's why I suspect that Simons are using them as the bait.
"If you don't mind, I would like to use the Gem of Truth on them. This way, we can at least rule out the possibility of the transformation spell."
Matthew cursed inwardly.
He and Little Patton looked at each other and prepared to run.
In the next second.
Without waiting for Conley to agree, the deer-headed demon took out a gaudy gem from his pocket and began to chant loudly.
At that moment, Little Patton instinctively retreated, but Matthew held him back.
"Don't be afraid."
Matthew suddenly whispered confidently.
