Karilan arrived at the bookstore a few hours after opening. The place was busy, as was the norm, and everything at first glance seemed in order. They glanced around, spike to a few of rhe employees and asked where Torres was. As they asked, he came through the back service doors pushing a dolly of crates of new arrivals. Karilan made their way to him and said “Mr. Torres. When you have a moment, please join me for a cup of coffee in the office.” and they set a hand on his arm before moving into the administration area of the building.

Karilan Massat, Owner, Quill and Parchment Books