People stared at each other in confusion and worry. Two women and three men hurried to the windows. Murmurs started, and at least one woman fainted and had to be carried to a couch. Only Cardiff smiled, his eyes holding mine, his face arrogant and self-assured. Assured as I was when I took someone’s memories or felt their emotions. “Perhaps,” Cardiff said to the sheriff, “it would be wise to take this up another day. It appears there is a severe storm gathering.” As if to punctuate his words, the entire house shook. I alone realized that it wasn’t just a chance storm. I’d heard of an Emporium agent with the ability to manipulate wind. He had caused us many deaths over the years, but we’d never identified the Unbounded with the gift. Until now. “Like the tornado five years ago!” a woman cried out. “Oh, dear. I have to get home to the children!” She grabbed her husband’s hand and hurried out of the parlor, heading toward the entryway. Amusement filled Cardiff’s eyes.
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