slain with robbers

[H]is temporarily successful attempt to smear Redfield is an effort to short-circuit the narrative into premature and mistaken resolution.

“A mixed-up, magicky place most humans don't notice, unless they know what they are looking for. There are lots of them. You just need to know where to look.” “A mixed-up, magicky place,” Tanya repeated.

The old woman's face was wrinkled; her two remaining teeth protruded over her under lip; and her eyes were bright and piercing.