With every word Athenodora said, Caius felt his blood—the blood he had received from Athenodora—react, and he knew what was happening; She was exerting her authority over him as his creator to ensure he would obey her word. It's a lot like the authority Caius had acquired over the Leopolds.
"That wasn't necessary," Caius said with a sigh.
"Cannot be too careful," Athenodora said, and even though her smile was light, her eyes remained serious.
"Who did this—whatever it is—to you?" Caius asked.
"We can talk about that when you're here," Athenodora said.
"You could at least tell me what's happened so I can be prepared," Caius said.
"When you're here," Athenodora said simply.
"Alright, tell me," Caius said with a gesture toward her, "Where are you?"
