Epilogue

“We are here to serve you.” Their voice was like ice water running down my veins.

“Why can’t Jet see you?”

“We could allow him to if you wish?”

“Yes.”

“Holy moth-” Jet took a step back and wrapped his arm around me.

“He is very much your boss as I am.” I said, wanting them to listen to him too.

“Understood.” It was weird talking to them.

“What is your role? What do you do?” I asked, trying to understand.

“We are your servants. When someone needs to pass through, you signal us and we take them there. We are also your protectors. If danger is near, we will tell you.”

“That is how Adron was able to always be a step head of us.” I said to Jet in the mind-link.

“One of many ways.” Jet replied.

“Can you take me to the underworld?”

“Sure, if you wish.” One of them said.

“However, you may not get to come back.” Another one said.

“Why?” Jet asked. You could almost feel them shift their eyes to him.

“You are still human. Portal is a one way unless you are a god. Since you are