Mr. Benedict reveals the truth about his past with Dr. Curtain- and how he may be partly to blame for Curtain's misdeeds. Theadults agree the mission has gotten too dangerous to continue.Sticky is given a special task during Messenger duty and beginsto question his loyalties. Kate and Reynie develop theirrespective friendships with Martina and Curtain's son, SQ,and use them to advance the mission.
