"Well, given the number of people here, and the welcoming committee —" she says, gesturing to a nearby turtle, "— it seems safe to assume this is all on purpose. And likely orchestrated through wormholes, which is why I would love to know — why here? Unless, of course, they don't have control over the destination..."

She frowns thoughtfully. Even though she suggested it, it doesn't seem like she likes the idea very much.

"The only one who seemed to know what was going on was that one woman with the potions. Did you see her, too?"