“Wayne,” says Camilla, her expression implying that this is not the sort of name she expected a Canaan House-dwelling monster to have.

“An absolute pleasure, Wayne,” says Palamedes with, as usual, much more good cheer. He claps his hands together. “Excellent. Cam, you stand watch as before.” To Wayne he adds, “We’re pulling you out the moment things get dire. Now, let’s take our places.”

Pal returns to the smaller room, leaving Camilla watching Wayne. She looks…just a bit impressed. Before long, the door to the chamber slides open once again.