A Mystery

As night falls, the tall alloy walls surrounding the island slowly close the gates. From this moment on, anyone wishing to enter or leave the island would have to tunnel through to the sea and exit by diving or somehow scale the walls—both options being unrealistic.

Mateo had suggested that, since the island is a city and not heavily fortified, Ralap could use his accumulated power to have some loyal soldiers try to rescue him.

However, Mindy explained that the waters around the island...