Alvin looked at the strange expressions on Robert and Cross's faces. He spread his hands and said, "Don't look at me like that. The Mutant Union's job is to save vulnerable Mutant communities...
"You can't expect His Honor the Clerk to tell the difference between Mutants and Witches...
"Actually, you could go to Castle with nothing but 'really white teeth' as your proof, and they'd still recognize you!
"Our union's guiding principle is 'help people regardless of their background'..."
As he spoke, Alvin gave Chloe a more formal look and pointed toward the Manor entrance in the distance. "Miss, since you're a member of the union, I'm sure you know its rules.
"Using your powers to commit crimes, especially attacking the President—what do you think the charge would be?
"Tell me what kind of illusion could fool those idiots, and while you're at it, tell me where that Black Witch is.
"If things go smoothly here, I'll consider sending you to the Mutant Court for a fair trial."
From Alvin's stern expression, Chloe knew she was going to prison, at the very least. Looking dejected, she said, "The wizard downstairs is called Belial. He was the one who found me and threatened me into working for them.
"Because I'm a Dreamwalker, the Black Witch needs a Dreamwalker to get rid of the people in her way..."
Chloe turned to Alvin, looking anxious. "Belial put a curse on me. If I don't do what he says, I'll die in agony..."
Alvin waved a hand. "I don't care why you worked for them. Your actions proved that you meant us harm.
"The reason you're still alive is that you gave me a nice dream, and we need someone who can provide us with information."
Alvin shook his head with a smile. "Save