past and present 8. past and present “I found a sweet new portal,” Dylan announced proudly during our morning strategy session in the Falls. “You two are going to be pumped when you see it. You’ll be thanking me for years.” “Awesome. Where is it?” Quinn asked excitedly. I looked at Dylan and shook my head slightly. “Wish I could tell you, man, but I can’t. I’m under strict orders. Evie wants me to keep it top secret from everyone.” I couldn’t help but note the hint of ridicule in Dylan’s voice. “Oh c’mon, Evie. Just a little sneak preview,” Quinn pleaded. “No way,” Minerva chimed in. “Evie’s right. The fewer people who know about the location of the new portal, the less likely it will be discovered by an unwelcome third party.” “So, you really don’t know where it is?” Quinn asked me pointedly. “No,”
