"Why are you doing this?"
Adam couldn't help but ask as he saw the retreating figures of the Paladins from the Watch.
"You didn't lie," Hannibal said casually as he finished cleaning the last of the glasses.
"A young man who fought devils, saved a world, and arrived all the way from the edge of the universe to pursue magic is someone worth helping."
Adam didn't ask the man how he confirmed his story to be the truth. Because he wasn't lying to begin with. He just didn't choose to reveal a few things.
"And that is concerning," said the innkeeper, gesturing at Adam's right hand.
Adam's expression twisted in worry and panic. He covered his right hand with his left, then said in a hushed voice, "It started acting up when I set foot in the city. There's a devil here!"
Hannibal showed an amused expression.
