"I don't know. They tried to force their way into my house and attacked me."
Another nod. "Alright. Start from the beginning and explain everything."
Clayton recounted the entire incident, highlighting how his mini skeletons had defended him and how recklessly the intruders had behaved—ultimately harming themselves.
The officer listened in silence, taking notes without expression.
When Clayton finished, the group briefly examined the bodies on the scene. Their findings confirmed everything Clayton had said—the physical evidence matched his account exactly.
Then one officer returned and asked,"Did you use any spells that involved strangulation? Did you choke either of the victims?"
Clayton shook his head. "No," he said truthfully.
The officer nodded again—but Clayton froze. Something about that question triggered a memory.
"Strangulation...?" he muttered under his breath.
