Clink! Clink!
The quiet dinner was broken by the sharp clink of glass, drawing everyone's attention to Velrick as he rose from his seat. When all eyes turned in his direction, he cleared his throat as he finally began speaking.
"I know that everyone is tired after coming here, and I do appreciate all of you for coming, but there are more pressing matters than we need to tend to."
His voice turned more serious as he looked around.
"As we speak, people are disappearing on this island." He cleared his throat, "Everyone has already been filled in on the situation, so I don't have to say much more, but the news has already started to reach the major broadcasting stations. It won't be long until this entire event will be broadcast throughout the world. If something like that were to occur, it would create needless panic. For that reason, we are limited on time."
Velrick placed the glass back down on the table.
