You must imagine my surprise at running into Midnight, far out of their ordained jurisdiction, in the middle of New Orleans, chasing down their current bugaboo—the Mangrove Syndicate

This had better not be what it looks like.

In truth, the Cafe and Diner Network exists to protect and safeguard the eight known Pieces of Fate: the 8-Ball, the Pocket Watch, the Cane, the Spoon, the Lens, the Bell, the Ledger, and the Locket.

Ms. Bradbury's absence has opened Requiem up to newer and perhaps more terrifying reservations yet to come.